Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 5 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
The facility has a history of providing kind care and a clean environment for residents and their visitors. However, you should investigate the cause of the recent 1-star reviews, as there has been a noticeable shift toward negative ratings in the last two years.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
5 reviews on Google“Families can expect a kind and accommodating nursing staff that facilitates social visits and group activities. While the facility provides a clean environment and engaging resident projects, recent reviews show a significant increase in highly negative ratings without descriptive feedback.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Kind and accommodating nursing staff
- Clean resident rooms
- Engaging resident activities and projects
- Welcoming atmosphere for visitors
Concerns
- Recent increase in 1-star ratings (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
Tap a year to see what changed
Distribution · 6 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Since your staffing rating is quite strong, how do you ensure that the care team stays consistent and familiar with each resident's specific needs?
- 2With the recent state inspections, what specific steps has the facility taken to address and resolve the identified deficiencies?
- 3How does the team manage medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the overnight hours?
- 4What kind of daily activities or social outings are planned to keep the residents engaged and connected with each other?
- 5How do you incorporate personalized preferences into the daily care routines for your 44 residents?
- 6Can you tell me more about how the facility communicates updates or important health information to family members?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Our closest friend resides there and the nurses are kind and accommodate our monthly women's group visits with coffee and a table. Our friend has a small but clean room and there are treats and projects for the residents led by nice directors.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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measures
6
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has had families file complaints, including a recent serious incident involving accident hazards and supervision failures. The 41 deficiencies across five surveys show recurring problems in three main areas: emergency preparedness and safety systems, infection control, and resident rights. While the facility reports correcting each issue, the pattern of repeated problems with emergency preparedness and infection control suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining consistent safety standards.
Jan 8, 2026Routine5
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Oct 30, 2025Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Dec 17, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Oct 10, 2024Routine26
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop a communication plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish methods for sharing information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Jul 13, 2023Routine8
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Dec 17, 2024
$8,021
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing
Feb 10, 2026InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Jan 8, 2026InspectionClean
Fed violations: 3, State violations: 0
Dec 18, 2025ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Oct 30, 2025ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 1, State violations: 0
Feb 5, 2025ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Dec 17, 2024ComplaintClean
Fed violations: 1, State violations: 1
Oct 25, 2024InspectionClean
Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0
Oct 10, 2024InspectionClean
Fed violations: 3, State violations: 0
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Accura Healthcare
41 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.4/5 · Rank 10 of 37
Ownership & Management
Owners
Accura Healthcare
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
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