Nursing homes in Louisa County, Iowa
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Louisa County, Iowa, with 88 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 49 health deficiencies over three cycles, 55.7 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
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 | Louisa County | Iowa | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 387 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 55.7 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wapello Specialty Care | Wapello | 49 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 59.2 | — | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Colonial Manors of Columbus Community | Columbus Junction | 39 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 51.3 | — | 24 Jul 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 4 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 4 |
| F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | 3 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 3 |
| F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 1 |
| Non profit | 1 |
Chains present: Care Initiatives (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Louisa County, Iowa?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 88 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Louisa County have the highest CMS ratings?
Wapello Specialty Care (5 stars), Colonial Manors of Columbus Community (4 stars)
How do Louisa County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 55.7 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.