215 Highway 30 Sw, Mount Vernon, IA 52314 · Linn County
Typically 81% 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.
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Hallmark Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Mount Vernon, IA, with 55 certified beds and an average of about 44 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Healthcare network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.51 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,600–$10,770/mo (median $9,420) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,430–$7,690/mo (median $5,250) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cedar Rapids prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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.
215 Highway 30 Sw, Mount Vernon, IA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityHallmark Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mount Vernon, IA area typically runs $8,600–$10,770 per month (median $9,420, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Hallmark Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Hallmark Care Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Hallmark Care Center in Mount Vernon, IA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 55 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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