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Buchanan County Health Center
Nursing home Independence, IA
1600 First Street East, Independence, IA 50644 · (319) 334-6071
Overall rating 5
Health inspections 4
Staffing 5
Quality of resident care 4
Certified beds39
Residents on an average day34
OwnershipGovernment - County
Medicare-certified sinceOct 1, 1974
Ratings compared with Iowa and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 | 3.1 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 4 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 5 | 3.7 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 4 | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with Iowa and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.19 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 1.22 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 26.3% | 44% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 12.5% | 42.1% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
- Fines: 1, total $4,011
- Payment denials: 0
Other options nearby
- Grandview Healthcare Center
14.1 mi away4★ - Rehabilitation Centers of Independence West Campus
0.2 mi away3★ - Oelwein Health Care Center
14.0 mi away3★
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).