nursing home in Clear Lake, IA
Oakwood Care Center
400 Highway 18 West, Clear Lake, IA 50428 · (641) 357-5244
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Oakwood Care Center at a glance
Oakwood Care Center is a 76-bed for-profit nursing home in Clear Lake, Iowa (Cerro Gordo 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 31, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.3% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Legacy Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Cerro Gordo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165365
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.38 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.3% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 9 | 6 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 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 | 76 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 64 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.6% | 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) | 4.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.5% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 7.3% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.3% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 26.2% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.3% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.8% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 94% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 14.3% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.8% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2026 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 August 17, 2026 |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2026 |
| July 23, 2026 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 August 17, 2026 |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2026 |
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 28, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| November 19, 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 December 9, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 12, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 19, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| November 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2024 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 17, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 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 October 10, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 17, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 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 October 10, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 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 October 28, 2023 |
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 |
| BREKKEN, MCKENZIE 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 | 08/15/2024 |
| CASCADE CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| CCG GORGONA LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| CLEAR LAKE IA PROPERTY HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| FRIEDENBERG, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GORGONA HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GORGONA PROPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| GORGONA SUB HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| 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 |
| OTTERBECK, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| RAJCHENBACH, CHAIM 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 |
| THOE, KRYSTAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| THORSON, LINDSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
| VAN VEGHEL, ELIZABETH 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oakwood Care Center's rating?
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Oakwood 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 Oakwood Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Legacy Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Oakwood Care Center and how do I contact it?
Oakwood Care Center is at 400 Highway 18 West, Clear Lake, IA 50428. Phone: (641) 357-5244.
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.