Wapello Specialty Care is a 5-star (much above average) rated 49-bed nursing home in Wapello, Iowa. It has 1 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has above-average registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have been improving over recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated April 2026

wapello specialty care

601 Highway 61 South · Wapello, IA 52653
5
★★★★★
Overall Rating
Health Inspections
3 / 5
Staffing
5 / 5
Quality Measures
5 / 5
Trend
improving
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
1.11
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.38
RN Turnover
10.0%
Total Staff Turnover
27.5%
Facility Info
Beds
49
Avg. Residents/Day
41
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
1
Complaint Deficiencies
0
Total Fines
$0
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
September 2023 Payment Denial

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Wapello Specialty Care?
Wapello Specialty Care has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars (Much Above Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Wapello Specialty Care been fined or penalized?
Yes, Wapello Specialty Care has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $0.
How many deficiencies does Wapello Specialty Care have?
Wapello Specialty Care has 1 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Wapello Specialty Care accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Wapello Specialty Care accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Wapello Specialty Care compare to other nursing homes in Wapello?
Visit our Wapello, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Wapello Specialty Care ranks against other facilities in the area.