Regency Care Center

Norwalk, IA • CMS Certification: 165399

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 1 Stars
  • Address: 815 High Road, Norwalk IA 50211
  • Phone: 5159814269

About Regency Care Center

Regency Care Center, located in Norwalk, IA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Regency Care Center

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 3.63 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the MGM HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 33 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.2
Staffing
1.8
Quality
3.9

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Below Average Staffing

Regency Care Center provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.35 hrs/day
State: 0.74 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.73
Quality Adj: 0.33

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.34 hrs/day
State: 1.30 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.92
Quality Adj: 0.92

Certified Assistants

2.29 hrs/day
State: 2.51 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.50
Quality Adj: 2.12

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 1
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 3
Staffing 1

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 131 Apr 16, 2025
Weighted Average 117 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 31.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 12.8%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.5%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 2.4%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 9.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 6.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 0.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 2.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 7.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 1.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 96.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 72.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 1.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 19.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 16.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 95.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 66.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 3.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 25.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 18.4%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 9 complaints
  • 2024: 2 complaints
  • 2025: 10 complaints
  • 2026: 2 complaints
  • Total: 23 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Jan 07, 2026 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Jan 07, 2026 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Aug 29, 2025 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Aug 29, 2025 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Aug 29, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Aug 29, 2025 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Aug 29, 2025 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 28, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Apr 29, 2025 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Apr 29, 2025 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Jan 07, 2025 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Jan 07, 2025 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Dec 24, 2024 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jul 09, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Nov 28, 2023 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Oct 20, 2023 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Oct 20, 2023 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Oct 20, 2023 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Aug 24, 2023 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

Legal Business Name Not Available

Management & Direction

No management information provided.

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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Noted Deficiencies

Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.

Nursing Hours Analysis

Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Care Center has a 1-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.63 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Regency Care Center is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 101 certified beds.

Regency Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Regency Care Center directly at 5159814269. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Regency Care Center, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.

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