Brookestone of Papillion
Scout 97Papillion, NE · 110 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Papillion's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,120–$11,260/mo
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Dunlap Specialty Care
1403 Harrison Road, Dunlap, IA 51529 · Harrison County
Iowa’s largest non-profit senior care provider offering skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation, and hospice care with compassion and quality.
69
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good.
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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Dunlap
Dunlap Specialty Care is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Dunlap, IA, with 46 certified beds and an average of about 31 residents per day. It operates as part of the Care Initiatives network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.93 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,062 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.61 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Dunlap, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 46
- Avg. residents/day
- 31
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Care Initiatives
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 165193
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 | $8,120–$11,260/mo (median $9,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Omaha 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
- 3.61
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.93
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.7%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($10,062)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (41 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-05-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-02-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-09 | Fine | $10,062 |
| 2023-11-09 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
Location
1403 Harrison Road, Dunlap, 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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How much does Dunlap Specialty Care cost?
Dunlap Specialty Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dunlap, IA area typically runs $8,120–$11,260 per month (median $9,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Dunlap Specialty Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Dunlap Specialty Care 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Dunlap Specialty Care?
Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Dunlap Specialty Care?
Dunlap Specialty Care has 41 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Dunlap Specialty Care have availability?
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Dunlap Specialty Care offer?
Dunlap Specialty Care in Dunlap, IA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 46 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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