nursing home in Mount Vernon, IA
Hallmark Care Center
215 Highway 30 SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314 · (319) 895-8891
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hallmark Care Center at a glance
Hallmark Care Center is a 55-bed for-profit nursing home in Mount Vernon, Iowa (Linn County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 9, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 55
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Legacy Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1997
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Linn County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165333
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 3.73 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.62 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.37 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 6 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 48 | 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 | 55 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.8% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.7% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.1% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.1% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.6% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.4% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.4% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.5% | 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) | 12.7% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 40.5% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 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) | 3.8% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.7% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 53% | 84% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 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 May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | 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 May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 19, 2025 |
| March 20, 2025 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 19, 2025 |
| May 22, 2024 Complaint | 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 June 22, 2024 |
| May 22, 2024 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEASLEY, KARLA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| BEHOUNEK, LINSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| BORCHERDING, JENNY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| BURKEN, SHERI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| CASCADE CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| CASCADE CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| CCG GORGONA LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| FRIEDENBERG, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GORGONA HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| GORGONA PROPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| GORGONA SUB HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| HEDBERG, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| HENNAGER, CHRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| HEYING, LARINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| HOUSTON, MINDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| JAEGER, KRYSTLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| KNUTSON, MICHELE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| LARSON, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| LEGACY HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| MCCLURE, DOROTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| MN8 RH HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| MOUNT VERNON IA PROPERTY HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2025 |
| OTTERBECK, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| RAJCHENBACH, CHAIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| SCHUETT, CLAYTON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| SCOTT, KATHLEEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| SEU, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| SHABAT, MENACHEM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| SHEAR, KILEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| STAUDT, SANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| VANDERPLOEG, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| VAN VEGHEL, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| WHALEN, ABIGAIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| WIERSCHEM, BOBBIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| WOOD, ROSEMARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| WRIGHT, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| IOWA PORTFOLIO OPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| DOROS GENERATION TRUST U/A/D 1/3/12 Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GPN FAMILY TRUST U/A/D 4/28/08 Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| OAKWAY OPERATIONS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
Showing 40 of 74 records.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hallmark Care Center's rating?
Hallmark Care Center has 2 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 Hallmark Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hallmark 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 Hallmark Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Legacy Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hallmark Care Center and how do I contact it?
Hallmark Care Center is at 215 Highway 30 SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314. Phone: (319) 895-8891.
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.