Inspection History Overview

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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September 10, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 2 penalties totaling $71,448

$61,698
Jun 24, 2021

Fine

$9,750
Apr 26, 2021

Fine

2020 2 penalties totaling $9,883

$3,250
Nov 12, 2020

Fine

$6,633
Jun 9, 2020

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2024 7 violations

Tag 0689 D Aug 8, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 9, 2024
Tag 0693 D Aug 8, 2024

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.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 9, 2024
Tag 0698 D Aug 8, 2024

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 9, 2024
Tag 0638 D Jan 25, 2024

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 21, 2024
Tag 0641 D Jan 25, 2024

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 21, 2024
Tag 0656 D Jan 25, 2024

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 21, 2024
Tag 0658 D Jan 25, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 21, 2024

2023 1 violations

Tag 0689 G May 18, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: May 24, 2023

2022 1 violations

Tag 0640 D Sep 15, 2022

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 13, 2022

2021 10 violations

Tag 0689 J Jun 24, 2021

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: Jul 7, 2021
Tag 0578 D Apr 26, 2021

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.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0677 D Apr 26, 2021

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0684 D Apr 26, 2021

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0689 D Apr 26, 2021

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0690 D Apr 26, 2021

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0695 D Apr 26, 2021

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0725 D Apr 26, 2021

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0761 D Apr 26, 2021

Ensure 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.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021
Tag 0880 E Apr 26, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: May 13, 2021

2020 5 violations

Tag 0725 E Nov 12, 2020

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

βœ“ Corrected: Dec 4, 2020
Tag 0880 E Nov 12, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: Dec 4, 2020
Tag 0689 J Jun 9, 2020

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 19, 2020
Tag 0690 D Jun 9, 2020

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 19, 2020
Tag 0880 D Jun 9, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 19, 2020

2019 11 violations

Tag 0610 D Nov 7, 2019

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

βœ“ Corrected: Nov 14, 2019
Tag 0623 B Jul 11, 2019

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0637 D Jul 11, 2019

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0638 D Jul 11, 2019

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0640 D Jul 11, 2019

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0655 D Jul 11, 2019

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0690 D Jul 11, 2019

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0700 D Jul 11, 2019

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0725 E Jul 11, 2019

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0803 E Jul 11, 2019

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.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019
Tag 0812 E Jul 11, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 1, 2019

2018 3 violations

Tag 0689 D Aug 16, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: Sep 14, 2018
Tag 0758 D Mar 29, 2018

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

βœ“ Corrected: Apr 20, 2018
Tag 0812 E Mar 29, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: Apr 20, 2018

2017 1 violations

Tag 0226 D Feb 2, 2017

Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 3, 2017
πŸ₯ Facility Summary

Friendship Haven, Inc is a 4-star nursing home in Fort Dodge, IA with 155 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

πŸ“ž 5155732121
πŸ“ 420 South Kenyon Road, Fort Dodge, IA
πŸ’΅ Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About Friendship Haven, Inc

What violations has Friendship Haven, Inc received?
Friendship Haven, Inc has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Friendship Haven, Inc?
Friendship Haven, Inc has a 4-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Friendship Haven, Inc last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Friendship Haven, Inc safe?
Safety at Friendship Haven, Inc should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Friendship Haven, Inc?
Phone: 5155732121. Address: 420 South Kenyon Road, Fort Dodge, IA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Friendship Haven, Inc offer?
Friendship Haven, Inc is a skilled nursing facility with 155 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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