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The Highlands
Nursing home Decorah, IA
607 Highland Drive, Decorah, IA 52101 · (563) 382-3603
Overall rating 2
Health inspections 2
Staffing 4
Quality of resident care 3
Certified beds86
Residents on an average day75
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Medicare-certified sinceJan 1, 1993
Ratings compared with Iowa and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 3.1 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 2 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 4 | 3.7 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 3 | 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 | 3.90 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.44 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 53.3% | 44% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 44.4% | 42.1% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
- Fines: 2, total $93,839
- Payment denials: 1
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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).