Hegg Memorial Health Center
2116 14th Street · Rock Valley, IA · 51247 · 7124768200
60 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.34 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.71 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 23% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected November 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected November 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 6, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 28, 2023
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
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.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 28, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 24, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 6, 2025 | Payment Denial | 26 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 16E637 · certified since May 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.