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Nursing homes in Allamakee County, Iowa
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Allamakee County, Iowa, with 150 beds between them.
67% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 43 health deficiencies over three cycles, 28.7 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $95K across 2 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 67% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 28.7 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.2 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $95K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Manor Nursing and Care Center | Lansing | 40 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 17.5 | — | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Good Samaritan - Waukon | Waukon | 60 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 26.7 | $8K | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Northgate Care CenterSFF Candidate | Waukon | 50 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 20 | 40.0 | $87K | 4 Mar 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 4 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 3 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 3 |
| F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | 3 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 2 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: Good Samaritan Society (1), Legacy Healthcare (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Allamakee County, Iowa?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 150 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Allamakee County have the highest CMS ratings?
Thornton Manor Nursing and Care Center (4 stars), Good Samaritan - Waukon (2 stars), Northgate Care Center (1 stars)
How do Allamakee County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
67% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 28.7 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.