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HomeIowaAkron Care Center, INC

Akron Care Center, INC

991 Highway 3, Akron, IA 510017125682422WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.9on Google(22 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
45
certified

How Akron Care Center, INC 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
4/5
IA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
IA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IA average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.80 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.89 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
40.4%
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

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Iowa average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Iowa average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.89 hours per resident per day, above 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
3
deficiency citations
Inspected May 16, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected May 1, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 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
Plymouth County 65+
4,853
18.9% of county
County Population
25,621
Plymouth County

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

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Akron Care Center, INC is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Akron, Iowa with 45 certified beds. It has been operating since 2009. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
45
Avg Residents/Day
42.5
Ownership
Government - City
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 21, 2009
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Plymouth
Last Inspection
May 1, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
6.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: May 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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 Aide2.52 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.39 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.89 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.80 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.37 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.4%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - City
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (27)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CITY OF AKRON5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Mar 10, 2015
AUCHSTETTER, ANGELAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AApr 1, 2018
MOREHEAD, JEFFREYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
TUCKER, GARYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AMay 18, 2021
VONHAGEL, DIANEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 21, 2020
WILKEN, CARRIEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
MOREHEAD, JEFFREYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
AKRON CARE CENTER, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMar 10, 2009
LTC ACCOUNTING SERVICES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2025
NETLEY, TARAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 1, 2024
NYSTROM, DALEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2024
PANGBURN, TORIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2008
PICK, JESSICAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
STEFFEN, TORIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2021
WELCH, REBECCAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 1, 2007
AUCHSTETTER, ANGELATRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 1, 2018
MOREHEAD, JEFFREYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
TUCKER, GARYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 18, 2021
VONHAGEL, DIANETRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 21, 2020
WILKEN, CARRIETRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
LTC ACCOUNTING SERVICES, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 15, 2025
NETLEY, TARAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ADec 1, 2024
NYSTROM, DALEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 1, 2024
PANGBURN, TORIADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
PICK, JESSICAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
STEFFEN, TORIAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 1, 2021
WELCH, REBECCAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ADec 1, 2007

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Akron Care Center, INC and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Akron Care Center, INC
Akron, IACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Hillcrest Health Care Center
Hawarden, IA13.9 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $25,450
Accura Healthcare of Le Mars
Le Mars, IA20.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan - Lemars
Le Mars, IA20.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Accura Healthcare of Sioux City, LLC
Sioux City, IA21.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Holy Spirit Retirement Home
Sioux City, IA21.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Casa De Paz Health Care Center
Sioux City, IA21.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Akron Care Center, INC
Akron, IA · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Hillcrest Health Care Center
Hawarden, IA
13.9 mi1/51/52/5$25,450
Accura Healthcare of Le Mars
Le Mars, IA
20.2 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Good Samaritan - Lemars
Le Mars, IA
20.4 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Accura Healthcare of Sioux City, LLC
Sioux City, IA
21.3 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Holy Spirit Retirement Home
Sioux City, IA
21.6 mi3/52/54/5None recorded
Casa De Paz Health Care Center
Sioux City, IA
21.9 mi2/52/52/5None 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 Akron Care Center, INC?▾
Akron Care Center, INC has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Akron Care Center, INC 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). Akron Care Center, INC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Akron Care Center, INC had any health inspection violations?▾
Akron Care Center, INC had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 1, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Akron Care Center, INC?▾
Akron Care Center, INC provides 3.80 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.89 RN hours, 0.39 LPN hours, and 2.52 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.4%.
How many beds does Akron Care Center, INC have?▾
Akron Care Center, INC has 45 certified beds with an average of 42.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is Government - City owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Akron Care Center, INC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Iowa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Akron Care Center, INC?▾
On Google Maps, Akron Care Center, INC has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 22 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.