Palo Alto County Hospital
Grade B — 87/100 composite score
CMS Star Ratings
Certified Beds
22
Ownership
Government - County
Total Fines
None
Last Survey
N/A
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Staffing Hours & Turnover
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Penalties & Fines
No penalties or fines on record.
Health Inspection Deficiencies (1)
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Administration Deficiencies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CareGrader rating for Palo Alto County Hospital?
Palo Alto County Hospital in Emmetsburg, Iowa has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 87.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.
What is the CMS star rating for Palo Alto County Hospital?
Palo Alto County Hospital has an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 4/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.
How many health deficiencies does Palo Alto County Hospital have?
Palo Alto County Hospital has 1 health deficiency on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.
How many beds does Palo Alto County Hospital have?
Palo Alto County Hospital has 22 certified beds with approximately 21 current residents (95% occupancy). The facility is located at 3201 First Street, Emmetsburg, Iowa 50536. It is a government - county facility.
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