nursing home in Tama, IA
Sunny Hill Care Center
1708 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339 · (641) 484-4061
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
Sunny Hill Care Center at a glance
Sunny Hill Care Center is a 57-bed for-profit nursing home in Tama, Iowa (Tama County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Iowa average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Iowa average is 6.5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $24,756.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 57
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Tama County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165462
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.00 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.79 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.11 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.70 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| 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) | 2 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 86.5 | 54.5 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $24,756 | $19,286 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Iowa avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 57 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.8% | 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) | 2.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.9% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 33% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.8% | 16.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 44.5% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.6% | 25.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 0% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.6% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| August 21, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 17, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 February 17, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 17, 2025 |
| November 26, 2024 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 December 6, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| February 8, 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 February 23, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| October 3, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| October 3, 2023 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| October 3, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $24,756 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 8, 2024 | Fine | $13,787 |
| October 3, 2023 | Fine | $10,969 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HINEMAN, POLLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| KILIAN, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| LTC ACCOUNTING SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/26/2025 |
| OSTHUS, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| POTTER AND BRANT PLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| PREMIER SENIOR MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| THIESSEN, MEGAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2012 |
| WALTON, CALEB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| KILIAN, MARK Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| OSTHUS, DAVID Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| WALTON, CALEB Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| HINEMAN, POLLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LTC ACCOUNTING SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| OSTHUS, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| POTTER AND BRANT PLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2001 |
| PREMIER SENIOR MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| THIESSEN, MEGAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2012 |
| WALTON, CALEB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunny Hill Care Center's rating?
Sunny Hill Care Center has 1 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 Sunny Hill Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunny Hill 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 Sunny Hill Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunny Hill Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sunny Hill Care Center is at 1708 Harding Street, Tama, IA 52339. Phone: (641) 484-4061.
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.