CMS data snapshot: July 2026
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.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Heritage House is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Atlantic, Iowa with 61 certified beds. It has been operating since 2005. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESLEYLIFE | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Sep 21, 2010 |
| SIMPSON, JANET | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2016 |
| ALBERTSON, KERMIT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| HOEKSEMA, NICOLE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Dec 31, 2017 |
| KRETZINGER, ROBERT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2005 |
| LAGREE, ROGER | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2005 |
| RASMUSSEN, CHAD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2011 |
| RUCH, ROBERT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2005 |
| STOUT, DAVID | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2011 |
| TAYLOR, CHRISTINA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| WATSON, SUSAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2014 |
| WESLEY RETIREMENT SERVICES INC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jun 8, 1992 |
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