Nursing Homes in Story City, Iowa
Story City has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 126 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-2.06 vs state
Total Beds
126
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
42 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Story City
Bethany Life
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About Nursing Home Care in Story City
When it comes to nursing home care in Story City, IA, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Bethany Life, but unfortunately, it has received serious abuse citations and carries a troubling Grade F rating. Overall, Story City presents a concerning market for nursing home care, with no facilities fully meeting the standards families should expect for their loved ones.
If you’re considering care options, it’s best to expand your search to neighboring cities since facilities in Story City lack solid recommendations. Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Story City that warrant a visit based on their performance, as all options have significant concerns. For better prospects, look toward cities like Ames or Nevada, which may have facilities with better track records.
Families should definitely skip Bethany Life due to its abuse citations and Grade F rating. With zero facilities having a clean record or fines, it’s clear that Story City is not a favorable choice for nursing home care. When visiting any facility, always ask detailed questions about staff-to-resident ratios and how they handle complaints to ensure your loved one’s safety and well-being.
Story City at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Story City is stable
Questions Story City Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Story City avg is 0.70 hrs (42 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Story City facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Story City, Iowa
Story City, Iowa's Story County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 126 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Story City vs. Iowa: A Concerning Gap
Story City nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.00 stars trails Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars by nearly 2.1 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Story City, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Story City
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Story City facilities average 0.70 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Story City resident receives approximately 42 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Story City facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Story City has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Story City's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Iowa cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Des Moines — 12 facilities
- Cedar Rapids — 9 facilities
- Dubuque — 8 facilities
- Davenport — 7 facilities
- Sioux City — 6 facilities
- Marion — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Story City, Iowa?
Story City has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 126 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Story City?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Story City include:
- • Bethany Life — Grade F, 1/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Story City nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Story City as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Story City Nursing Homes
Story City has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.