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Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation, Fort Dodge, IA: 1 star rating, fined $166,043 across 2 fines
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation in Fort Dodge, IA is run by Gypsum Creek Healthcare, Inc., with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $166,043 across 2 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 46 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on February 26, 2026, and 6 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
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- Address
- 728 14th Avenue North, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
- Overall rating
- 1 of 5 stars
- Health inspection rating
- 1 of 5
- Staffing rating
- 2 of 5
- Quality measure rating
- 3 of 5
- Certified beds
- 65
- Residents per day
- 58 on average
- Ownership type
- For profit, corporation
- Legal business name
- Gypsum Creek Healthcare, Inc.
- Chain
- The Ensign Group, 347 facilities
- Fines
- $166,043 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
- Payment denials
- 0
- Health citations
- 46, of which 6 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
- Latest survey
- February 26, 2026
- CMS Certification Number
- 165156
- 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.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Denial starts | Denial days | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 | Fine | $30,745 | Not listed | data.cms.gov | |
| August 27, 2025 | Fine | $135,298 | Not listed | data.cms.gov |
Recent health citations
Citations from health inspections, newest first.
| Survey date | Tag | What CMS cited | Scope and severity | Status | Corrected on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F774 | Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F693 | Ensure 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 harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F657 | Develop 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 harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| February 26, 2026 | F550 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | March 3, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| November 17, 2025 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | November 20, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| August 27, 2025 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | J: isolated, immediate jeopardy | Corrected | October 2, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| August 27, 2025 | F658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | October 2, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| August 27, 2025 | F636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | October 2, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| August 27, 2025 | F584 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | October 2, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| August 27, 2025 | F550 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | October 2, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| May 22, 2025 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | June 10, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| May 22, 2025 | F755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | June 10, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| March 27, 2025 | F710 | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 17, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| March 27, 2025 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 17, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 15, 2025 | F825 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 31, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 15, 2025 | F725 | Provide 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 harm | Corrected | January 31, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| January 15, 2025 | F658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 31, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| July 18, 2024 | F609 | Timely 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 harm | Corrected | July 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 18, 2024 | F550 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | July 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F943 | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F725 | Provide 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 harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F657 | Develop 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 harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F656 | Develop 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 harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F625 | Notify 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 harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| March 7, 2024 | F578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
Owners and managers
Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 12 individual or personal trusts (5 managers, 5 officers, directors or trustees, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.
| Organization | Role | Share | Since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ensign Services Inc | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | June 1, 2011 | data.cms.gov |
| Oleson Park Health Holdings LLC | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | August 28, 2014 | data.cms.gov |
| The Ensign Group Inc | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | July 18, 2011 | data.cms.gov |
Also on SpecStream
- All nursing homes in Iowa
- Every nursing home Ensign Services Inc owns or manages
- Every nursing home The Ensign Group Inc owns or manages
- This facility on Medicare Care Compare
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.