Accura Healthcare Of Ames, Llc
Ames, IA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 165423) · 75 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (515) 232-3426 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Accura Healthcare Of Ames has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Iowa state average of about 3.07. Its health inspection rating is also 3 stars, and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Accura Healthcare Of Ames reports total nurse staffing of about 2.96 hours per resident per day, including 0.53 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 39.7%. CMS gives the facility a 3-star staffing rating.
Accura Healthcare Of Ames has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation noted in the available CMS data.
About this facility
Accura Healthcare Of Ames, LLC is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Ames, Story County, Iowa, operated as a for-profit corporation. The facility is certified for 75 beds and reports an average daily census of 67.0 residents. It has been certified since September 2000, and CMS records show no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
According to CMS Care Compare, Accura Healthcare Of Ames holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the Iowa state average of 3.07. Its component ratings are: 3 stars for health inspections, 4 stars for quality measures, and 3 stars for staffing.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse staffing of 2.96 hours per resident per day, including 0.53 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 39.7%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 0 federal fines and $0.00 in total fine amounts for this facility, and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record. No abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation is indicated in the provided data.
This facility is part of the Accura Healthcare chain, which operates 41 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.5 stars, below this facility's individual rating of 3 stars.
Data reflects CMS Care Compare records; consult the Care Compare link for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which CMS lists as at the Iowa state average of 3.07.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 2.96 hours per resident per day, including 0.53 RN hours per resident per day, with 39.7% nursing staff turnover; CMS rates staffing 3 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports 0 fines, $0.00 in total fine amounts, and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided shows no abuse icon and no Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 75 beds with an average daily census of 67.0 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Accura Healthcare chain, which operates 41 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since September 1, 2000.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus three component ratings — health inspections (3 stars), staffing (3 stars), and quality measures (4 stars here) — which combine into the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at (515) 232-3426 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at (515) 232-3426 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can check the most current ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/165423?state=IA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.