Nursing Homes in ZIP 51529 (Dunlap, IA)

There are 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 51529, Dunlap, IA, in this CMS data release (average rating 4.0 / 5 among rated providers).

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Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) serve people who need continuous nursing care, rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or long-term residential care. CMS inspects them roughly annually and publishes Five-Star ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

CMS measures by provider

ProviderOverallHealth insp.StaffingQMCertified bedsOccupancyRN turnoverPenalties
Dunlap Specialty Care4.02554632.8%14.3%2

Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 51529

Nursing Home · Non profit - Corporation Dunlap Specialty Care Dunlap, IA 51529 CMS rating 4.0 / 546 beds

Data profile for ZIP 51529

CMS data lets us profile the 1 provider with a mailing address in ZIP 51529: 1 (100%) carries a published overall star rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 4.0 out of 5 at Dunlap Specialty Care (non-profit). 46 certified beds are reported across 1 of these provider. Nurse staffing among reporting providers averages 3.58 hours per resident-day. Reported registered-nurse turnover averages 14.3%. 1 provider has at least one federal penalty on record, totaling $10,062 in fines.

Providers on record1
With a published overall rating1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating4.0 / 5
Highest-rated providerDunlap Specialty Care (4.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 non-profit
Certified beds (total)46
Providers with a federal penalty1
Total federal fines$10,062
Avg nurse hours / resident-day3.58
Avg RN turnover14.3%

Choosing among nursing homes in ZIP 51529

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Visit candidates in ZIP 51529, Dunlap, IA when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.

Frequently asked questions

How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 51529?
46 certified beds are reported across 1 provider in ZIP 51529. Bed counts are published for nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.
How many nursing homes are in ZIP 51529?
The current CMS snapshot lists 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a mailing address in ZIP 51529 (Dunlap, IA).
How do I choose a nursing home in ZIP 51529?
When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.
What other ZIP codes near Dunlap have nursing homes?
This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Dunlap in the current snapshot.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in ZIP 51529?
Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for nursing homes in ZIP 51529 is 4.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.

Data sources

This page is compiled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog public dataset, processing date 2026-10-06. See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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