Colonial Manors of Columbus Community
814 Springer Avenue · Columbus Junction, IA · 52738 · 3197282276
39 certified beds For profit - Corporation
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.68 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
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.
Corrected August 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected August 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · C August 15, 2024
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected September 13, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 12, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165476 · certified since April 1, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.