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Eldora Specialty Care

1510 22nd Street, Eldora, IA 506276419393491WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(4 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
46
certified

How Eldora Specialty Care 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
5/5
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
3.56 hrs/day
IA average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.64 hrs/day
IA average
0.74 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
38.5%
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 5/5 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 nursing time is 3.56 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Reported RN time is 0.64 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
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Dec 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 11, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 more 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
Hardin County 65+
3,839
22.8% of county
County Population
16,861
Hardin County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Eldora Specialty Care is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Eldora, Iowa with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
36.7
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 30, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Hardin
Last Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
10.0
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: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 12, 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 Aide2.14 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.64 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.56 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.34 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.5%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (24)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CARE INITIATIVES5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Nov 12, 2010
COMPUTERSHARE CORPORATE TRUST COMPANY, NA5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 1, 2025
BEAL, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2020
BOWEN, LANECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
CAROTHERS, MARY JANECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
CHILDS, KEVINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
CORLESS, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
KREIN, KEITHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 29, 2022
RUST, ELIZABETHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
STURM, DENISECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
UPMEYER, LINDACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022
BEAL, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2020
DIXON, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2016
DRAKE, EMILYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 4, 2023
GILYARD, TANYACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 23, 2025
KUHN, JERAMYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 25, 2008
MCDYER, JESSICACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 22, 2023
VOLM, JOHANNACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
MAHLER, CARLAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
OBEN, PATRICKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
SNYDER, JAMIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2025
COMPUTERSHARE CORPORATE TRUST COMPANY, NAADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 12, 2025
OBEN, PATRICKADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 20, 2025
SNYDER, JAMIEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 13, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Eldora Specialty Care and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Eldora Specialty Care
Eldora, IACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Hubbard Care Center
Hubbard, IA9.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $46,101
The Village of Ackley
Ackley, IA13.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $47,149
Scenic Manor
Iowa Falls, IA14.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Oakview Nursing Home
Conrad, IA15.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Zearing Health Care, LLC
Zearing, IA16.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Grundy Care Center
Grundy Center, IA17.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $65,677
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Eldora Specialty Care
Eldora, IA · Current facility
—5/54/54/5None recorded
Hubbard Care Center
Hubbard, IA
9.9 mi5/55/54/5$46,101
The Village of Ackley
Ackley, IA
13.8 mi3/53/54/5$47,149
Scenic Manor
Iowa Falls, IA
14.0 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Oakview Nursing Home
Conrad, IA
15.6 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Zearing Health Care, LLC
Zearing, IA
16.4 mi4/53/53/5None recorded
Grundy Care Center
Grundy Center, IA
17.8 mi1/51/52/5$65,677

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 Eldora Specialty Care?▾
Eldora Specialty Care has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Eldora Specialty Care 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). Eldora Specialty Care participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Eldora Specialty Care had any health inspection violations?▾
Eldora Specialty Care had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 11, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Eldora Specialty Care?▾
Eldora Specialty Care provides 3.56 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 2.14 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.5%.
How many beds does Eldora Specialty Care have?▾
Eldora Specialty Care has 46 certified beds with an average of 36.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Care Initiatives chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Eldora Specialty Care?▾
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 Eldora Specialty Care?▾
On Google Maps, Eldora Specialty Care has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 4 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Care Initiatives

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