Hallmark Care Center
215 Highway 30 Sw · Mount Vernon, IA · 52314 · 3198958891
55 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Legacy Healthcare Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.56 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.16 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E April 9, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2026
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.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected April 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B March 20, 2025
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected April 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B March 20, 2025
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected April 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected June 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165333 · certified since June 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.