Cherokee Specialty Care is a 2-star (below average) rated 62-bed nursing home in Cherokee, Iowa. It has 3 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has below-average registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated March 2026

cherokee specialty care

1011 North Roosevelt · Cherokee, IA 51012
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
2 / 5
Quality Measures
3 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.34
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.49
RN Turnover
83.3%
Total Staff Turnover
54.3%
Facility Info
Beds
62
Avg. Residents/Day
45
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
3
Complaint Deficiencies
0
Total Fines
$8,190
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
July 2023 Fine $8,190

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Cherokee Specialty Care?
Cherokee Specialty Care has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars (Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Cherokee Specialty Care been fined or penalized?
Yes, Cherokee Specialty Care has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $8,190.
How many deficiencies does Cherokee Specialty Care have?
Cherokee Specialty Care has 3 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Cherokee Specialty Care accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Cherokee Specialty Care accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Cherokee Specialty Care compare to other nursing homes in Cherokee?
Visit our Cherokee, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Cherokee Specialty Care ranks against other facilities in the area.