Fort Madison Health Center

Inspection record

In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 25 problems at Fort Madison Health Center. 1 finding involved harm to a resident. 5 came from investigating complaints by residents or families.

Findings from the most recent inspection cycle

• Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Nutrition and Dietary

  Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  Inspected April 2026. Corrected by April 17, 2026.

• Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Rights

  Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  Inspected April 2026. Corrected by April 17, 2026.

• Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Infection Control

  Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  Inspected February 2026, after a complaint. Corrected by March 13, 2026.

A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Health Deficiencies and Penalties files, updated monthly. See the full record on Medicare Care Compare.