nursing home in Ankeny, IA
Mill-Pond
1201 SE Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021 · (515) 964-2273
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mill-Pond at a glance
Mill-Pond is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Ankeny, Iowa (Polk County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 19, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.1% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Presbyterian Homes & Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 19, 1995
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165261
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.58 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.98 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.16 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.1% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 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 | 60 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.2% | 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) | 3.3% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.6% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.3% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.5% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3% | 4.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 20.2% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 36.4% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.7% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 94% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 78.6% | 84% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 24, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 1, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2025 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Standard | 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 May 1, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 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 May 1, 2024 |
| April 15, 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 May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN HOMES AND SERVICES Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/11/2011 |
| FIRST INTERSTATE BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| FIRST INTERSTATE BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| BURNS, KATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| CULP, JESICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/06/2025 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2011 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2025 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| PEDERSON, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| BURNS, KATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| CULP, JESICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/06/2025 |
| FLETCHER, JONATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| MEYER, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2011 |
| PETERSON, HEIDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| PHS MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2011 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mill-Pond's rating?
Mill-Pond has 5 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 Mill-Pond receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mill-Pond 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 Mill-Pond?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Presbyterian Homes & Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mill-Pond and how do I contact it?
Mill-Pond is at 1201 SE Mill Pond Court, Ankeny, IA 50021. Phone: (515) 964-2273.
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.