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HomeIowaAccura Healthcare of Ames, LLC

Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC

3440 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA 500105152323426WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.8on Google(12 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
75
certified

How Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC Compares in Iowa

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Iowa. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
IA average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
IA average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
3/5
IA average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.96 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.53 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
39.7%
IA average
44.1%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 2.96 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 0.53 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.74.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 26, 2025
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 16, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,148/mo
Iowa median
Private Room
$8,091/mo
Iowa median
Story County 65+
12,452
12.6% of county
County Population
98,573
Story County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Ames, Iowa with 75 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
75
Avg Residents/Day
67
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Story
Last Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0628Potential for Harm

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Survey: Apr 16, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 16, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Apr 16, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 16, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0851Potential for Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Sep 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Feb 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.96 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.48 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.53 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.96 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.57 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
39.7%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CONNER, ROBERTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
OLSON, ERICW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
LENEAVE, TEDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2003

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC
Ames, IACurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Northridge Village
Ames, IA1.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Green Hills Health Care Center
Ames, IA3.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bethany Life
Story City, IA8.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $52,329
Rolling Green Village Care Center
Nevada, IA9.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $14,380
Story Medical Senior Care
Nevada, IA10.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Westhaven Community
Boone, IA14.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC
Ames, IA · Current facility
—3/53/53/5None recorded
Northridge Village
Ames, IA
1.8 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Green Hills Health Care Center
Ames, IA
3.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Bethany Life
Story City, IA
8.8 mi2/51/55/5$52,329
Rolling Green Village Care Center
Nevada, IA
9.1 mi3/53/53/5$14,380
Story Medical Senior Care
Nevada, IA
10.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Westhaven Community
Boone, IA
14.0 mi3/53/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC?▾
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Iowa is $7,148/month for a semi-private room and $8,091/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 16, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC?▾
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC provides 2.96 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.53 RN hours, 0.48 LPN hours, and 1.96 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 39.7%.
How many beds does Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC have?▾
Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC has 75 certified beds with an average of 67 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Accura Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa, including 2 in Ames. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC?▾
On Google Maps, Accura Healthcare of Ames, LLC has a rating of 2.8 out of 5 based on 12 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

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