Nursing homes › Iowa › Dunlap Specialty Care
1403 Harrison Road, Dunlap, IA 51529 · 7126432121 · 46 certified beds
Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Care Initiatives, a group operating 43 facilities in 1 states. Group record: average rating 3.0/5, 0 abuse citation icons, 0 facilities on the Special Focus list, $861,207 in federal fines. This facility rates above its group average (3.0/5).
Total nurse staffing: 3.58 (Iowa median: 3.69). RN hours: 0.73. Weekend total: 3.34. Nursing staff turnover: 36%.
All-time on record: 41 deficiency citations, including 4 at immediate-jeopardy level. Below: citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-22 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Health | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-05-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-12 |
| 2025-02-12 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-02-20 |
| 2024-07-03 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | complaint | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-07-03 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Health | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-07-03 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Health | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-07-03 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Health | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-07-03 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-07-03 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | B | Health | corrected 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-01-16 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2024-01-16 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2024-01-16 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2024-01-16 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2024-01-16 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2023-11-09 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | J | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-01-30 |
| 2023-11-09 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-11-09 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-12-01 |
| 2023-05-04 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | J | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | 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. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | 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. | D | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| 2023-05-04 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | C | Health | corrected 2023-06-14 |
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-09 | Fine | $10,062 |
| 2023-11-09 | Payment Denial | 55 days payment denial |
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARE INITIATIVES | 5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | 100% | since 08/01/1989 |
| BEAL, MICHAEL | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2020 |
| BOWEN, LANE | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2021 |
| CAROTHERS, MARY JANE | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2023 |
| CHILDS, KEVIN | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2023 |
| CORLESS, PETER | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2024 |
| KREIN, KEITH | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/29/2022 |
| RUST, ELIZABETH | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2023 |
| STURM, DENISE | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2021 |
| UPMEYER, LINDA | Corporate Director | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/29/2022 |
| BEAL, MICHAEL | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2020 |
| DIXON, DAVID | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2016 |
| DRAKE, EMILY | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/04/2023 |
| GILYARD, TANYA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 05/23/2025 |
| KUHN, JERAMY | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/25/2008 |
| MCDYER, JESSICA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/04/2023 |
| VOLM, JOHANNA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2021 |
| BOEVE, DESTINY | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2024 |
| HIATT, SARA | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 05/08/2024 |
| SCHULZ, CHRISTOPHER | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 05/19/2025 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (July 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 165193. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.