Nursing homes in Cedar County, Iowa
There are 4 certified nursing homes in Cedar County, Iowa, with 204 beds between them.
25% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 62 health deficiencies over three cycles, 30.4 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $248K across 5 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 | Cedar County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 4 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 25% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 30.4 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $248K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Nursing Home | Clarence | 46 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 15.2 | — | 9 Jul 2025 |
| Mechanicsville Specialty Care | Mechanicsville | 39 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 30.8 | — | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Cedar Manor Nursing Home | Tipton | 54 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15 | 27.8 | $32K | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Crestview Specialty Care | West Branch | 65 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 43.1 | $216K | 3 Dec 2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 5 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 4 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 4 |
| F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | 4 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 4 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 3 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: Care Initiatives (2).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Cedar County, Iowa?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 204 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Cedar County have the highest CMS ratings?
Clarence Nursing Home (5 stars), Mechanicsville Specialty Care (5 stars), Cedar Manor Nursing Home (3 stars)
How do Cedar County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
25% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 30.4 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.