Buchanan County Health Center

1600 First Street East, Independence, Iowa 50644

Phone: (319) 334-6071

4/5Above Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 4/5 stars — "Above Average."
Total nurse staffing of 5.7 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.47 hours per resident per day.
Staff turnover rate of 22% is relatively low — a positive sign for care consistency.
Has received 1 fine totaling $4,011 — review the penalties section for details.
11 deficiencies recorded, including 1 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Above Average

Health Inspection

Average

Staffing

Much Above Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	5.65
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.47
Staff Turnover Rate	22.2%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$4,011

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	39
Average Residents/Day	30.7
Ownership Type	Government - County
Provider Type	Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	16E050

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Buchanan County Health Center?

Buchanan County Health Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Above Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Buchanan County Health Center have?

Buchanan County Health Center is a small facility with 39 certified beds and an average of 30.7 residents per day. It is located in Independence, Iowa.

What is the staffing level at Buchanan County Health Center?

Buchanan County Health Center provides 5.65 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.47 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 22.2%.

Has Buchanan County Health Center received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Buchanan County Health Center has received 1 fine totaling $4,011 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 11 recorded deficiencies, including 1 severe.

What type of ownership is Buchanan County Health Center?

Buchanan County Health Center is classified as "Government - County" by CMS.

Is Buchanan County Health Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Buchanan County Health Center is certified as "Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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