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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Mount Ayr Health Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Mount Ayr, Iowa with 46 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HINZ, MARLENE | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 15% | Jan 1, 1994 |
| HINZ, ROBERT | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 15% | Nov 3, 2011 |
| HINZ, MARLENE | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 1994 |
| HINZ, ROBERT | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Nov 3, 2011 |
| HINZ, TRAVIS | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2014 |
| HINZ, TRAVIS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2014 |
| BROOKS, KILEY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Mar 22, 2022 |
| WALNUT CREEK MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Mar 22, 2022 |
| BROOKS, KILEY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Mar 22, 2022 |
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