Panora Specialty Care
Panora Specialty Care is a 4-star rated nursing home in Panora, IA with 46 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 5/5.
The facility has 44 health violations on record. Federal fines total $44,429 across 8 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: May 14, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Iowa public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 2 penalties totaling $35,631
Fine
Fine
2021 3 penalties totaling $5,850
Fine
Fine
Fine
2020 3 penalties totaling $2,948
Fine
Fine
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 5 violations
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024 4 violations
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2023 1 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2022 7 violations
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
2020 6 violations
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.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2018 6 violations
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
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.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2017 15 violations
Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection.
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program for mentally-ill and mentally-retarded patients.
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being.
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Provide housekeeping and maintenance services.
Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being.
Frequently Asked Questions About Panora Specialty Care
- What violations has Panora Specialty Care received?
- Panora Specialty Care has 44 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 Panora Specialty Care?
- Panora Specialty Care 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 Panora Specialty Care 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 Panora Specialty Care safe?
- Safety at Panora Specialty Care 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 Panora Specialty Care?
- Phone: (641) 755-2700. Address: 805 East Main, Panora, IA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Panora Specialty Care offer?
- Panora Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility with 46 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Panora, IA?
- Compare Panora Specialty Care with other nursing homes in Panora, IA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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