About Eastern Star Masonic Home
Eastern Star Masonic Home, located in Boone, IA, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Eastern Star Masonic Home
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.79 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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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
Eastern Star Masonic Home provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
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| Health Inspection | 3 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 24 | Apr 24, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 25 | Combined Score |
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) | 14.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 19.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.3% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.4% |
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) | 16.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 11.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 12.4% |
| 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) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 98.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 16.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 18.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 94.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 77.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 22.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 27.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 2 complaints
- Total: 2 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
Nearby Hospitals
MARY GREELEY MEDICAL CENTER
AMES, IA
DALLAS COUNTY HOSPITAL
PERRY, IA
STORY COUNTY HOSPITAL
NEVADA, IA
BOONE COUNTY HOSPITAL
BOONE, IA
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
EASTERN STAR MASONIC HOME
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- AEGIS THERAPIES INC. ADP OF THE SNF
- JOSHUA ANDERSON ADP OF THE SNF
- JOSHUA ANDERSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- BCG HOLDINGS INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BRIGHTON CONSULTING GROUP LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- CATTAIL BCG LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- CATTAIL INC ADP OF THE SNF
- CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP ADP OF THE SNF
- E C S I INC ADP OF THE SNF
- APRIL ELSBERRY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- GUARDIAN PHARMACY OF IOWA LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- CODY HENSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TIFFANY HULL OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- INNOVATIVE COMMUNICATIONS LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- IOWA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION ADP OF THE SNF
- J EVANS NUTRITION CONSULTING LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- ROBERT KOSS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY METZGER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHRISTOPHER MISHLER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TIMOTHY RAMLHUN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JULIE ROSSOW OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHRISTINA WALSH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHRISTINA WALSH ADP OF THE SNF
- JOHN WHITAKER CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| On With Life | N/A | 5 |
| On With Life Long Term Care | N/A | 5 |
| Northridge Village | N/A | 5 |
| Green Hills Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Mill-Pond | N/A | 5 |
| Story Medical Senior Care | N/A | 5 |
| Rolling Green Village Care Center | N/A | 4 |
| Eastern Star Masonic Home | N/A | 3 |
| Opco Dayton Ia LLC | N/A | 2 |
| Westhaven Community | N/A | 3 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
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
- 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
- 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 Eastern Star Masonic Home directly at 5154325274. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
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.