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Azria Health Prairie Ridge
608 Prairie Street, Mediapolis, IA 52637
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 62 beds, Azria Health Prairie Ridge serves Mediapolis in Des Moines County, Iowa and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1994.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Iowa median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 4 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (28, 4, 29 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 98.4 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 27.5.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the Iowa median of 3.7; nursing staff turnover is 49.2%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Des Moines Co. median | Iowa median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 61 | 19 | 16 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 98.4 | 28.3 | 27.5 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 49.2% | 49.2% | 41.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 in the county, 387 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Iowa average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 6 Aug 2025, 29 Aug 2024.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×48 E ×8 F ×3 B ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 May 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 19 May 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | B | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 30 Jan 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Feb 2026 |
| 30 Jan 2026 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Oct 2025 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Dec 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 6 Aug 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Sep 2025 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0638 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | E | Standard survey | 29 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 29 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 29 Sep 2024 |
| 29 Aug 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 29 Sep 2024 |
| 11 Jun 2024 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jul 2024 |
| 11 Jun 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Jul 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0638 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | E | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0566 | 1) Protect residents from being forced to work at the nursing home, or 2) let residents work if they want to. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
| 6 Dec 2023 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2024 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Iowa average. Turnover: nursing staff 49.2%, RNs 54.5%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Iowa median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 15.3% | 16.8% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 10.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 5.8% | 3.4% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 16.9% | 15.9% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.4% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 8.8% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Bcp Mediapolis Llc. Chain: Azria Health (9 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bcp Iowa Opco Holdings LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/17/2019 |
| Oxford Finance LLC | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2019 |
| Bcp Iowa Opco Holdings LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/17/2019 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Des Moines County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation | Burlington | 60 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 28.3 | — | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Southeast Iowa Regional Medical - Klein Center | West Burlington | 160 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 11.9 | $65K | 18 Jun 2026 |
All 3 facilities in Des Moines County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Azria Health Prairie Ridge been cited for?
61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Iowa median is 16 per facility.
Has Azria Health Prairie Ridge been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Azria Health Prairie Ridge compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day against a Iowa median of 3.7 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Azria Health Prairie Ridge?
It is part of the Azria Health chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Bcp Iowa Opco Holdings LLC and Bcp Iowa Opco Holdings LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Azria Health Prairie Ridge last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 19 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 6 Aug 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.