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Harmony House Health Care Center

2950 West Shaulis Road, Waterloo, IA 50701

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Harmony House Health Care Center is a nursing home in Waterloo, 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.

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Facts from CMS

Phone
(319) 234-4495
Last standard health inspection
August 6, 2025 (1 year ago)
Certified beds
65
Residents per day, on average
48.6
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name
Shaulis Ia Skilled Nursing Facility LLC
Chain
Legacy Healthcare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Iowa average (38 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 quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of October 8, 2026

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from March 25, 2026 from $48,825 to $31,736.

  3. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

  4. 5 citations

    Health inspection on June 30, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2026.

    • Citation F0725. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0725 3 times since 2025.

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  5. 3 citations

    Health inspection on May 18, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2026.

    • Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 May 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.

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  6. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  7. 11 citations

    Health inspection on March 25, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    58 of 387 Iowa homes (15%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.

    • Citation F0692. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

    • Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0550 4 times since 2024.

    • 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 April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0610 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

    • 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 April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2025.

    • 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 April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 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 April 16, 2026.

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  8. Fine

    March 25, 2026 (7 months ago)

    CMS fine of $31,736 on March 25, 2026.

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  9. CMS update of January 14, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  10. CMS update of December 15, 2025

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  11. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

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

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was HARMONY HOUSE HEALTH CARE CENT.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0321 from the fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0363 from the fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0918 from the fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0920 from the fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024.

  12. CMS update of September 24, 2025

    • Changed ownership in the last 12 months

      CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.

  13. 13 citations

    Health inspection on August 6, 2025

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

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    32 of 387 Iowa homes (8%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

    • Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 September 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0610. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

    • 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 August 7, 2025.

    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2025.

    • 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 September 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

    • 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 September 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

    • 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 September 15, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.

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  14. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.6 to 3.9 hours per resident per day.

  15. CMS update of June 25, 2025

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  16. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  17. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  18. 1 citation

    Health inspection on April 16, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.

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  19. CMS update of March 26, 2025

    • Changed ownership in the last 12 months

      CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.

  20. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

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

  21. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

  22. 4 citations

    Health inspection on September 12, 2024

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

    • Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2024.

    • 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 October 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0839. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 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 October 12, 2024.

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  23. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on September 12, 2024

    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 September 16, 2024.

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  24. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • 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. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

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

  25. CMS update of April 25, 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.

  26. CMS update of March 28, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  27. 1 citation

    Health inspection on January 24, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    91 of 387 Iowa homes (24%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

    • Citation F0550. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 30, 2024.

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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 Harmony House Health Care Center last inspected?

CMS lists August 6, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Harmony House Health Care Center have?

CMS lists 38 health citations since January 24, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Harmony House Health Care Center been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $31,736 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Harmony House Health Care Center?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Harmony House Health Care Center a Special Focus Facility?

Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

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