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HomeIowaZearing Health Care, LLC

Zearing Health Care, LLC

404 East Garfield St, Zearing, IA 502786414877631WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(2 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
40
certified

How Zearing Health Care, LLC 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
3/5
IA average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
3/5
IA average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.68 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

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.
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 Dec 5, 2024
Most recent cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 22, 2026
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
Story County 65+
12,452
12.6% of county
County Population
98,573
Story County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Zearing Health Care, LLC is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Zearing, Iowa with 40 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
40
Avg Residents/Day
31.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 7, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Story
Last Inspection
Jan 22, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (8)

F0552Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Aug 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jun 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: 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 Aide2.30 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.89 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.68 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.32 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MIDWEST SNF HOLDING COMPANY LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Sep 1, 2015
CHOSEN CONSULTING INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Sep 1, 2014
ORLINSKY, MOSHEINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ASep 1, 2014
ORLINSKY, MOSHECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 1, 2014
MIDWEST SNF MANAGER LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ASep 1, 2014
SAMMON, BRADOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2014
VANGORP, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2024
CHOSEN CONSULTING INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMar 19, 2025
FORVIS MAZARS LLPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 1, 2023
MIDWEST SNF HOLDING COMPANY LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMar 19, 2025
MIDWEST SNF MANAGER LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMar 19, 2025
ORLINSKY, MOSHEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2014
SAMMON, BRADADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2014
VANGORP, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 21, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Zearing Health Care, LLC and nearby alternatives.

All Iowa facilities
Zearing Health Care, LLC
Zearing, IACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Hubbard Care Center
Hubbard, IA9.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $46,101
State Center Specialty Care
State Center, IA11.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Rolling Green Village Care Center
Nevada, IA13.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $14,380
Story Medical Senior Care
Nevada, IA13.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bethany Life
Story City, IA15.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $52,329
Eldora Specialty Care
Eldora, IA16.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Zearing Health Care, LLC
Zearing, IA · Current facility
—4/53/53/5None recorded
Hubbard Care Center
Hubbard, IA
9.6 mi5/55/54/5$46,101
State Center Specialty Care
State Center, IA
11.7 mi5/53/55/5None recorded
Rolling Green Village Care Center
Nevada, IA
13.1 mi3/53/53/5$14,380
Story Medical Senior Care
Nevada, IA
13.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Bethany Life
Story City, IA
15.5 mi2/51/55/5$52,329
Eldora Specialty Care
Eldora, IA
16.4 mi5/54/54/5None 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 Zearing Health Care, LLC?▾
Zearing Health Care, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Zearing Health Care, LLC 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). Zearing Health Care, LLC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Zearing Health Care, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
Zearing Health Care, LLC had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 22, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Zearing Health Care, LLC?▾
Zearing Health Care, LLC provides 3.68 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.89 RN hours, 0.49 LPN hours, and 2.30 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Zearing Health Care, LLC have?▾
Zearing Health Care, LLC has 40 certified beds with an average of 31.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Zearing Health Care, LLC?▾
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 Zearing Health Care, LLC?▾
On Google Maps, Zearing Health Care, LLC has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 2 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.