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Nursing homes in Winneshiek County, Iowa
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Winneshiek County, Iowa, with 188 beds between them.
67% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 50 health deficiencies over three cycles, 26.6 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $94K 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 | Winneshiek 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) | 26.6 | 31.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $94K | $7.5M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Place | Decorah | 56 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5.4 | — | 10 Aug 2023 |
| Ossian Care Center | Ossian | 46 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 19 | 41.3 | — | 7 May 2026 |
| The Highlands | Decorah | 86 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 28 | 32.6 | $94K | 18 Jun 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 5 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 5 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 5 |
| F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | 3 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 3 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Winneshiek County, Iowa?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 188 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Winneshiek County have the highest CMS ratings?
Wellington Place (3 stars), Ossian Care Center (2 stars), The Highlands (2 stars)
How do Winneshiek County nursing homes compare with Iowa?
67% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 26.6 per 100 beds against 31.7 statewide.