Harmony House Health Care Center
Harmony House Health Care Center is a 1-star rated nursing home in Waterloo, IA with 65 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 16 health violations on record. Federal fines total $1,637 across 2 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: April 16, 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 1 penalties totaling $987
Fine
2021 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 1 violations
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2024 1 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2022 6 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
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.
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.
2020 3 violations
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2018 2 violations
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.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2017 3 violations
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harmony House Health Care Center
- What violations has Harmony House Health Care Center received?
- Harmony House Health Care Center has 16 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 Harmony House Health Care Center?
- Harmony House Health Care Center has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Harmony House Health Care Center 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 Harmony House Health Care Center safe?
- Safety at Harmony House Health Care Center 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 Harmony House Health Care Center?
- Phone: (319) 234-4495. Address: 2950 West Shaulis Road, Waterloo, IA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Harmony House Health Care Center offer?
- Harmony House Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility with 65 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 Waterloo, IA?
- Compare Harmony House Health Care Center with other nursing homes in Waterloo, IA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony House Health Care Center (this facility) | ★☆☆☆☆ | 16 | 65 |
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| Harmony Waterloo | ★☆☆☆☆ | 64 | 88 |
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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