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HomeIowaAccura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC

Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC

921 Riverview Drive, Cherokee, IA 510127122255724
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
44
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,021

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 44 certified beds with an average of 36.1 residents per day (82% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 4 deficiencies (inspected Oct 10, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $8,021 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 4.48 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 45.2%

• Part of the Accura Healthcare chain (38 facilities)

Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Cherokee, Iowa with 44 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. The facility scored below average compared to Iowa facilities.

Beds
44
Avg Residents/Day
36.1
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 25, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Cherokee
Last Inspection
Oct 10, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
43.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (10)

F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Oct 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Dec 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jul 13, 2023Corrected: 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: Jul 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 21, 2022Corrected: 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: Apr 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,021
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineDec 17, 2024
$8,021

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

Nurse Aide2.64 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.16 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.48 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.19 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
45.2%
RN Turnover
60.0%
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 (10)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Oct 28, 1999
LENEAVE, TED5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Dec 31, 2020
AMERICAN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2016
CHEROKEE CARE LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2016
DEWITT, SAMANTHAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 22, 2024
VANDELUNE, CHRISTOPHEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
LENEAVE, TEDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
TOTI, LISACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2016
GEMINO HEALTHCARE FINANCE LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 9, 2025
PH POMEROY LLC5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJun 13, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC?▾
Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 10, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $8,021 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC?▾
Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC provides 4.48 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.68 RN hours, 1.16 LPN hours, and 2.64 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 45.2%.
How many beds does Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC have?▾
Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC has 44 certified beds with an average of 36.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 82% 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 Cherokee, LLC?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Cherokee, Iowa with an average rating of 2/5. You can compare all facilities on the Cherokee nursing homes page.

Part of Accura Healthcare

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