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Ossian Care Center

114 Fisher Street, Ossian, IA 52161

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Ossian Care Center is a nursing home in Ossian, Iowa. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(563) 532-9440
Last standard health inspection
January 22, 2026 (9 months ago)
Certified beds
46
Residents per day, on average
38.4
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Ossian Senior Hospice Incorporated
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the Iowa average (19 vs 21).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  3. 2 citations

    Health inspection on May 7, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 12, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.

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  4. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  5. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  6. 6 citations

    Health inspection on January 22, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0552. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

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  7. 6 citations

    Fire safety inspection on January 22, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation E0030. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation E0031. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide emergency officials' contact information.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 26, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.

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  8. 1 citation

    Health inspection on October 20, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 2, 2025.

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  9. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  11. CMS update of December 20, 2024

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was OSSIAN SENIOR HOSPICE.

  12. 7 citations

    Health inspection on November 21, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0636. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.

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  13. 2 citations

    Fire safety inspection on November 21, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 5, 2024.

    • Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 24, 2024.

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  14. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  15. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  16. 3 citations

    Health inspection on October 12, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 12, 2023.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 12, 2023.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 12, 2023.

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  17. 6 citations

    Fire safety inspection on October 12, 2023

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0341. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 27, 2023.

    • Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

    • Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.

    • Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2023.

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Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Ossian Care Center last inspected?

CMS lists January 22, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Ossian Care Center have?

CMS lists 19 health citations since October 12, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Ossian Care Center been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Ossian Care Center?

Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.

Is Ossian Care Center a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.