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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Corydon Specialty Care

Corydon Specialty Care is a non profit - corporation facility in Corydon, IA with 71 certified beds and a 3-star overall CMS rating. The inspection file holds 16 deficiency records.

745 East South Street, Corydon, IA 50060

Phone: 6418721590

Overall CMS Rating

3/5

vs 3.0 national avg

The verdict

Corydon Specialty Care holds a 3-star CMS overall rating — right around the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing below the national norm. 1 inspection finding reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

3 / 5
CMS overall rating (nat'l avg 3.0)
3.41
Nursing hrs/resident-day (nat'l 3.89)
16
Inspection findings on file · 1 serious
$0
Federal penalties (0)

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating. Read the components below — they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

3/5

Quality Measures

2/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
165222
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
71
Residents
52
In Hospital
No
County
Wayne
Last Inspection
Dec 12, 2024

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.62 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.24
CNA Hours
1.55
Total Nursing Hours
3.41 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.01
Nursing Turnover
45.5%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Corydon Specialty Care

Corydon Specialty Care operates 71 certified beds in Corydon, IA with approximately 52 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (3★), and quality measures (2★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 16 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 1 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 3.41 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.62 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Corydon Specialty Care falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 45.5%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (16 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 24, 2025 Tag: 0557

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 27, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 12, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 30, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Dec 12, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 30, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 12, 2024 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 30, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0925

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 19, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 7, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 22, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 22, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 21, 2023 Tag: 0637

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 22, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0678

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 22, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 22, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 25, 2022 Tag: 0645

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 14, 2022

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 12.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 11.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 4.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 1.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.5% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 91.5% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 4.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 11.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 25.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 98.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 90.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 4.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 25.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 23.3% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Corydon Specialty Care?
Corydon Specialty Care has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (3★), and quality measures (2★).
What are the staffing levels at Corydon Specialty Care?
Corydon Specialty Care reports 3.41 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.62 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 45.5%.
How many beds does Corydon Specialty Care have?
Corydon Specialty Care has 71 certified beds with approximately 52 residents. The facility is located at 745 East South Street, Corydon, IA 50060.
Does Corydon Specialty Care have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Corydon Specialty Care has 16 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 1 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Corydon Specialty Care received any fines or penalties?
No, Corydon Specialty Care has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Corydon Specialty Care?
Corydon Specialty Care is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Corydon Specialty Care last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Corydon Specialty Care was on Dec 12, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Corydon Specialty Care?
Corydon Specialty Care is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.