Manly Specialty Care
601 E South Street, Manly, IA 50456 · (641) 454-2223
Non profit - Corporation · 44 certified beds
Manly Specialty Care has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in March 2026, found 5 citations (the Iowa average is 6.5). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $13,627 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
How to read a nursing home's star ratings
Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on March 5, 2026 found 5 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.March 5, 2026 · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.March 5, 2026 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.March 5, 2026 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.March 5, 2026 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.March 5, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.January 17, 2024 · F0660 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.January 17, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $13,627January 17, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Iowa average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.60 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.98 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.24 | 0.56 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.38 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 27% | 44% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 44 |
| Average residents per day | 38.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Lutheran Retirement Home Northwood · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Rehabilitation Center of Belmond Belmond · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Westview Care Center Britt · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Timely Mission Nursing Home Buffalo Center · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Oakwood Care Center Clear Lake · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
Comparing nursing homes?
See whether help at home or assisted living fits better. Answer four questions and we'll suggest where to start: a medical alert, help at home, or assisted living.
Free for families. This isn't medical advice.
Who are you looking for help for?
Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Manly Specialty Care on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.