Mechanicsville Specialty Care
104 East Fourth Street · Mechanicsville, IA · 52306 · 5634327235
39 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Care Initiatives
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.19 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected September 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 8, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 28, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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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 19, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023 · found via complaint
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 October 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B September 28, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected October 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165263 · certified since December 4, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.