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Panora Specialty Care

Panora, IA, 50216

45/ 100Below average
Monthly cost$7,300 – $11,400 / month

Guthrie County benchmark

Average nursing home: $7,300 – $11,300/month

Based on 2 facilities in Guthrie County

At average

State inspection record

Last inspected: January 15, 2025

Citations in last 12 months:5 citations — review carefully

5 deficiencies found during last health inspection.

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Detailed inspection findings

Deficiencies by category

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies: 1Pharmacy Service Deficiencies: 1Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies: 1Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies: 1Infection Control Deficiencies: 1

Individual citations (5 of 5)

F-0657Severity DComplaintCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Inspected: 2025-05-14Corrected: 2025-05-30
F-0757Severity DComplaintCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Inspected: 2025-05-14Corrected: 2025-05-30
F-0689Severity DComplaintCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Inspected: 2025-01-15Corrected: 2025-02-07
F-0725Severity EComplaintCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

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

Inspected: 2025-01-15Corrected: 2025-02-07
F-0880Severity EComplaintCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Inspected: 2025-01-15Corrected: 2025-02-07

About severity codes: A-C = minimal harm, D-F = more than minimal harm, G-I = actual harm, J-L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services).

Inspection timeline

May 14, 2025

2 deficiencies found

January 15, 2025

3 deficiencies found

Questions to ask on your tour

Personalized questions based on Panora Specialty Care's actual inspection history and care type.

Based on inspection history
  • 1.How often are care plans updated?
  • 2.Who participates in care planning meetings?
  • 3.How are medications stored and tracked?
  • 4.What is the medication error rate?
  • 5.How is care plan compliance monitored?
  • 6.What steps have you taken to address past quality of care issues?
  • 7.How quickly are call bells answered on average?
Essential questions
  • What is the all-in monthly cost, including all fees and surcharges?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during day and night shifts?
  • How do you handle medical emergencies?
  • Can I see a copy of your most recent state inspection report?
  • What happens if my loved one's care needs change?
  • Can I speak with current residents or family members?
  • What is the community fee and is it refundable?
  • What are the contract cancellation terms?

Tip: Bring a notepad and take notes. Visit at different times of day. Ask to see the dining room during a meal.

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12 months

Monthly total$10,150
12-month total$124,800

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About

A licensed skilled nursing facility in Panora, Iowa, providing 24-hour medical supervision and comprehensive care for seniors.

Languages spoken

English

Capacity

46 beds

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Call: (641) 755-2700

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