Lake Mills Care Center
406 South Tenth Avenue East · Lake Mills, IA · 50450 · 6415924900
61 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Legacy Healthcare
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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.43 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 27% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 15, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G October 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 9, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C April 9, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165366 · certified since October 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.