nursing home in Elkader, IA
Elkader Care Center
116 Reimer Street SW, Elkader, IA 52043 · (563) 245-1620
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elkader Care Center at a glance
Elkader Care Center is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Elkader, Iowa (Clayton County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.5% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Edgewood Convalescent Home
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1998
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Clayton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165391
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 1.22 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.07 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.11 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 44% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.6% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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 | 40 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 21 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 52.3% | 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) | 1.1% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.1% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.6% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 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) | 18.5% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.2% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.5% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 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) | 28.4% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 36.3% | 25.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.3% | 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) | 0% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.5% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| October 24, 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 October 25, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREA PARIS REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 07/08/2026 |
| PERRINJAQUET, CADE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 08/28/2025 |
| PERRINJAQUET, JEROD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 08/28/2025 |
| PERRINJAQUET, JORDAN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 08/28/2025 |
| EDGEWOOD CONVALESCENT HOME INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| LANDON, KAITLIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2026 |
| LAWLOR, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MURPHY, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2025 |
| PIERCE, EMILY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2026 |
| SALLEE, MARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| PERRINJAQUET, JEROD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| EDGEWOOD CONVALESCENT HOME INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| MOSER, MAYLO Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2000 |
| PERRINJAQUET, MARJORIE Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2024 |
| ARTHUR, KRISTEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| MEYER, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| OSTWINKLE, ANTHONY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| STONE, BARBARA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| ARTHUR, KRISTEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| LANDON, KAITLIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2026 |
| LAWLOR, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MURPHY, AMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2025 |
| PIERCE, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2026 |
| SALLEE, MARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elkader Care Center's rating?
Elkader Care Center has 4 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 Elkader Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elkader 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 Elkader Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Edgewood Convalescent Home. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elkader Care Center and how do I contact it?
Elkader Care Center is at 116 Reimer Street SW, Elkader, IA 52043. Phone: (563) 245-1620.
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.