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Nursing homes in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
There are 5 certified nursing homes in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, with 439 beds between them.
60% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies over three cycles, 13.9 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $96K across 4 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 | Cerro Gordo County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 5 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 60% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 13.9 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $96K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Community Nursing Home | Rockwell | 40 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 2.5 | — | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Oakwood Care Center | Clear Lake | 76 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 15.8 | — | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Heritage Care and Rehabilitation Center | Mason City | 71 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 9.9 | — | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Good Shepherd Health Center | Mason City | 170 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 28 | 16.5 | $87K | 24 Feb 2026 |
| I O O F Home and Community Therapy Center | Mason City | 82 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 15.9 | $9K | 19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 6 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 5 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 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 |
|---|---|
| For profit | 3 |
| Non profit | 2 |
Chains present: Legacy Healthcare (2).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 439 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Cerro Gordo County have the highest CMS ratings?
Rockwell Community Nursing Home (5 stars), Oakwood Care Center (3 stars), Heritage Care and Rehabilitation Center (2 stars)
How do Cerro Gordo County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
60% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 13.9 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.