Northcrest Specialty Care
Northcrest Specialty Care is a 2-star rated nursing home in Waterloo, IA with 94 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 4/5.
The facility has 63 health violations on record. Federal fines total $4,918 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: January 30, 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 9, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 3 penalties totaling $4,918
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Health Violations by Year
2025 7 violations
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
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 and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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.
2024 13 violations
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
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.
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.
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 completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2023 5 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2022 9 violations
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2021 8 violations
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 3 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 13 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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.
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.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.
2017 3 violations
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Develop policies and procedures for influenza and pneumococcal immunizations.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
2016 2 violations
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Frequently Asked Questions About Northcrest Specialty Care
- What violations has Northcrest Specialty Care received?
- Northcrest Specialty Care has 63 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 Northcrest Specialty Care?
- Northcrest Specialty Care has a 2-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 Northcrest 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 Northcrest Specialty Care safe?
- Safety at Northcrest 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 Northcrest Specialty Care?
- Phone: (319) 234-4423. Address: 2001health Street, Waterloo, IA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Northcrest Specialty Care offer?
- Northcrest Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility with 94 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 Northcrest Specialty Care 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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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.
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