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Accura Healthcare of South Des Moines, Des Moines, IA: 1 star rating, fined $52,632 across 2 fines and had 2 payment denials

Accura Healthcare of South Des Moines in Des Moines, IA is owned by 2 individuals whom CMS lists (names not shown), is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $52,632 across 2 fines and had 2 payment denials in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 67 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on September 18, 2025, and 4 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
4911 SW 19th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
3 of 5
Certified beds
89
Residents per day
84 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Pacifica Health Services LLC
Chain
Accura Healthcare, 44 facilities
Fines
$52,632 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
2
Health citations
67, of which 4 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
September 18, 2025
CMS Certification Number
165273
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
April 25, 2024Fine$30,675Not listeddata.cms.gov
April 25, 2024Payment denialNot listedMay 24, 202430data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023Fine$21,957Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 2, 2023Payment denialNot listedJanuary 19, 202428data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
September 18, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 10, 2025data.cms.gov
July 24, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 15, 2025data.cms.gov
July 24, 2025F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 15, 2025data.cms.gov
July 24, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 15, 2025data.cms.gov
February 17, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 21, 2025data.cms.gov
February 17, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 21, 2025data.cms.gov
February 17, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 21, 2025data.cms.gov
February 17, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 21, 2025data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 22, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
June 13, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJune 23, 2024data.cms.gov
June 13, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJune 23, 2024data.cms.gov
April 25, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJune 23, 2024data.cms.gov
April 25, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 10, 2024data.cms.gov
April 25, 2024F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 10, 2024data.cms.gov
April 25, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 10, 2024data.cms.gov
April 25, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 10, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 12, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 12, 2024data.cms.gov
February 29, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 12, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
January 25, 2024F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
December 21, 2023F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.K: pattern, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJanuary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
December 21, 2023F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
December 21, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F917Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F732Post nurse staffing information every day.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 16, 2024data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov
November 2, 2023F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 13 individual or personal trusts (2 owners, 4 managers, 2 officers, directors or trustees, 5 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
American Healthcare Management Services LLCOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 2024data.cms.gov
First Interstate BankMortgage interestNot listedJune 1, 2002data.cms.gov
American Healthcare Management Services LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedDecember 26, 2025data.cms.gov
Brighton Consulting Group LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJanuary 1, 2002data.cms.gov
Martens & Company CPA, LLPAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJanuary 1, 2017data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.