nursing home in Urbandale, IA
Deerfield Health Care Center
13731 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50323 · (515) 331-6900
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Deerfield Health Care Center at a glance
Deerfield Health Care Center is a 30-bed non-profit nursing home in Urbandale, 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 5.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 7, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Iowa average is 6.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 25.8% per year (state average 44%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 30
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Immanuel
- Medicare-certified since
- July 22, 2005
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 165557
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) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5.31 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.59 hrs | 0.74 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.19 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25.8% | 44% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 1 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 5 | 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 | 30 | 65 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 25 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83% | 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) | 1.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.1% | 19.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 2.4% | 17.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 23.9% | 20.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.2% | 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) | 95.2% | 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 flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 73.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 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 August 1, 2026 |
| May 7, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| May 7, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 7, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| March 27, 2025 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 March 25, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2025 |
| April 25, 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 16, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 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 May 7, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 6, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 16, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEAR, SCOTT Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2017 |
| GURLEY, ERIC Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| HANSON, SCOTT Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MASON, KIMBERLY Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| PALADINO-KAMINSKI, JULIE Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| SEALER, TAMARA Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| ALLOWAY, CINDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| BALLUFF, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| BENSON, ELLSWORTH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2020 |
| BERGMAN-EVANS, BRENDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| BOTHOF, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| BULLOCK, STEVE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| BURNS, RANDAL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2020 |
| FRIEDLUND, DANNY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| GURLEY, ERIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| HAWLIK, TERESA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| HOWERTER, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2020 |
| JOHNSON, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| NICHOLS, CLARENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| PARKER, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| POWERS, JILL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| SCANLAN, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| SKOLKIN, ANDREA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| THOMPSON, ROGER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| BEAR, SCOTT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2017 |
| BOTHOF, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| GURLEY, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| NICHOLS, CLARENCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| PALADINO-KAMINSKI, JULIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| POWERS, JILL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| SEALER, TAMARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| BEAR, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2017 |
| GURLEY, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| HUDNUTT, KARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| MASON, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| PALADINO-KAMINSKI, JULIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| SEALER, TAMARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2013 |
| HUDNUTT, KARI Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Deerfield Health Care Center's rating?
Deerfield Health Care Center 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 Deerfield Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Iowa average of 6.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Deerfield Health Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Deerfield Health Care Center?
It is non profit - church related and part of Immanuel. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Deerfield Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Deerfield Health Care Center is at 13731 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50323. Phone: (515) 331-6900.
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.