Birkwood Village of Fort Madison
Nursing Home · Fort Madison, IA
CMS certification number165227
Contact & location
1702 41st StreetFort Madison, IA 52627
Lee County
- Phone
- (319) 372-8021
- ZIP code
- 52627 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 80
- Residents per day
- 61.4 (77% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Fort Madison Health Center Operations LLC
- Medicare certified since
- August 20, 1993
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Continuing care
- Part of a continuing care retirement community
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 4.52 (state 3.82 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.79 (state 0.74 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.92 (state 0.56 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.81 (state 2.51 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.77 (state 3.37 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.5 (state 44.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 73.3 (state 42.1 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- April 16, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 3.0 (state 6.5 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 25 health · 24 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-04-16 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-02-18 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-03-13 |
| 2025-04-24 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. F0726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2025-04-24 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-16 |
| 2024-10-30 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-11-12 |
| 2024-06-20 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. F0810 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-06-20 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-20 |
| 2024-01-22 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. F0660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-01-23 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $3,145 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-09-05 | Fine | $3,145 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Holtkamp, Mark (individual) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 50% | |
| Kidwell, Kevin (individual) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 50% | |
| Lee County Bank (organization) | 5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Holtkamp, Mark (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kidwell, Kevin (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Holtkamp, Mark (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Fullhart, Dawn (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Birkwood Village of Fort Madison?
Birkwood Village of Fort Madison has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Iowa.
How many beds does Birkwood Village of Fort Madison have?
It has 80 certified beds and cares for about 61 residents per day.
Has Birkwood Village of Fort Madison been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $3,145 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Birkwood Village of Fort Madison?
(319) 372-8021. The facility is located at 1702 41st Street, Fort Madison, IA 52627.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.