Sioux City, IA · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Sioux City's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,350–$10,460/mo
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Correctionville Specialty Care
1116 East Highway 20, Correctionville, IA 51016 · Woodbury County
Correctionville Specialty Care in Correctionville offers Skilled Nursing, Long Term Care, Rehab Therapy. Learn more about our services at Care Initiatives.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Correctionville Specialty Care is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Correctionville, IA, with 39 certified beds and an average of about 32 residents per day. It operates as part of the Care Initiatives network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.25 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $60,316 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.25 hrs/resident/day)
- •$60,316 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Correctionville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 39
- Avg. residents/day
- 32
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Care Initiatives
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 165323
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,350–$10,460/mo (median $9,150) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sioux City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.25
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.64
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 2 ($60,316)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-31
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (36 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-31Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-19 | Fine | $28,677 |
| 2023-10-19 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-08-24 | Fine | $31,639 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1116 East Highway 20, Correctionville, IA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Correctionville Specialty Care
How much does Correctionville Specialty Care cost?
Correctionville Specialty Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Correctionville, IA area typically runs $8,350–$10,460 per month (median $9,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Correctionville Specialty Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Correctionville Specialty Care 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Correctionville Specialty Care?
Staff provide about 3.25 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Correctionville Specialty Care?
Correctionville Specialty Care has 36 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Correctionville Specialty Care have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Correctionville Specialty Care offer?
Correctionville Specialty Care in Correctionville, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 39 beds.
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