nursing home in Lenox, IA
Lenox Care Center
111 East Van Buren, Lenox, IA 50851 · (641) 333-2226
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lenox Care Center at a glance
Lenox Care Center is a 36-bed for-profit nursing home in Lenox, Iowa (Taylor County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 24, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.6% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Campbell Street Services
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Taylor County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165235
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.63 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.30 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.88 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.6% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 62 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 36 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 25 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70% | 81.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.2% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.9% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30.3% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.7% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 13.8% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 28.2% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.7% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 94% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85% | 84% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| June 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5V+ SENIORS HEALTHCARE FUND, LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/08/2026 |
| BEAR CREEK SRAF GP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| BEAR CREEK STRATEGIC REAL ASSETS FUND LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| CAMPBELL STREET IA 10 LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| DEFRANCO INVESTMENT CO LTD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| FREEMAN, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| GEBHARDT, RACHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| IAGA SNF HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| IAGA SNF LENOX LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| NAP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| RAY, JORDAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| BIRCHWOOD FOUNDATION LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| DAVIS SQUARE HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| VIRTUS EQUITY LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| 5V+ SENIORS HEALTHCARE FUND GP, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| DOLE, ISAAC Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| DOLE, ISAAC Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| BIRCHWOOD HEALTHCARE PARTNERS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| CAMPBELL STREET IA 10 LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| DOLE, ISAAC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| FREEMAN, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| GEBHARDT, RACHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| HOLDCO, IA, 10, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| RAY, JORDAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lenox Care Center's rating?
Lenox Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Iowa nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Lenox Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lenox Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Lenox Care Center?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Campbell Street Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lenox Care Center and how do I contact it?
Lenox Care Center is at 111 East Van Buren, Lenox, IA 50851. Phone: (641) 333-2226.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.