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Colonial Manors of Columbus Community

Strong Medicare quality ratings. Still worth an in-person visit before deciding.

814 Springer Avenue, Columbus Junction, IA 5273839 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.5/5

based on 2 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Choosing Colonial Manors of Columbus Community means your loved one is in a facility that ranks well on Medicare quality measures. While no facility is perfect, the clinical data here is encouraging.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.44hrs
58%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.68hrs
90%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
25%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

5

measures

Worse Than Avg

9

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility79.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
79.7%
US
93.4%
IA
93.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility84.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
84.8%
US
95.5%
IA
95.3%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.2%
US
14.4%
IA
17.6%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.5%
Better than Avg
Here
12.5%
US
19.5%
IA
20.7%
🩹

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
12.0%
US
4.9%
IA
4.3%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.9%
Better than Avg
Here
11.9%
US
15.5%
IA
19.4%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility75.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
75.6%
US
81.8%
IA
84.1%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

2deficiencies
Well below state avg (6.2)

Colonial Manors shows a pattern of deficiencies with 26 citations across three surveys, but all have been corrected by the facility. The most recurring issues involve care planning and resident assessments, fire safety procedures, and medication management oversight. While no families have filed complaints triggering federal investigations, the facility has had repeated problems with developing timely care plans and conducting proper fire drills across multiple survey periods.

Jul 24, 2025Routine
3
0354Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0607Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Aug 15, 2024Routine
14
0711Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0636Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

0657Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0865Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Oct 12, 2023Routine
9
0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0883Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0791Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing

10total
29deficiencies
Aug 25, 2025Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Jul 24, 2025Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 2, State violations: 0

Sep 16, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Aug 15, 2024Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 10, State violations: 0

Nov 14, 2023Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Oct 12, 2023Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 8, State violations: 1

Aug 8, 2022Inspection
Clean

Fed violations: 0, State violations: 0

Jun 28, 2022Other
Clean

Fed violations: 1, State violations: 0

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Colonial Manors of Columbus Community

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Bohling, DianneOfficer / DirectorBuser, LamoyneOfficer / DirectorKeltner, KaseyOfficer / DirectorMcfarland, Christine aOfficer / DirectorMcfarland, ElyssaOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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