Nursing home

Bethany Life

212 Lafayette Street, Story City, IA, 50248

Ownership type: Non profit - Other.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 1-star overall rating for Bethany Life, with 33 inspection citations on record (5 higher severity). Federal records include $58,051 and 1 payment-denial record in the current dataset.
CMS overall
1
of 5
Health inspection
1
of 5
Staffing
4
of 5
Quality measures
4
of 5
Certified beds
126
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall1 of 5
Health inspection1 of 5
Staffing4 of 5
Quality measures4 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 1
15
Story Co. avg 3.86Iowa avg 3.13This facility
This facility: 1 of 5. Story Co. avg: 3.86. Iowa avg: 3.13.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

33
Citations on record
5
Higher severity (G–L)
19
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
22023
172024
62025
82026
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

2 records · $58,051 total · Mar 4, 2024–Feb 13, 2026
  1. Feb 13, 2026$16,350
  2. Mar 4, 2024$41,701

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

1 record · 47 days total · Mar 4, 2024
  1. Mar 4, 202447 days

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)22.88%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)4.04%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)4.98%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Ownership

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Bappe, DanielMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Carlson, NancyMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Clough, JohnMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Martin, PeterMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Sheahan, JohnMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Allman, JeremyCORPORATE OFFICER
Lankford, AmandaCORPORATE OFFICER
Schilling, KimCORPORATE OFFICER
Heiar, AaronOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Lankford, AmandaOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Schilling, KimOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Voga, MorganOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Heiar, AaronADP OF THE SNF
Lankford, AmandaADP OF THE SNF
Voga, MorganADP OF THE SNF

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Story County.

212 Lafayette Street, Story City
Story County · IA · 50248
126 certified beds42.1818, -93.5930

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Iowa Jewish Senior Life Center
CCN 165006
Des Moines, IA444Not shown$44,814
Harmony Cedar Rapids
CCN 165017
Cedar Rapids, IA112Not shown$61,400
Chautauqua Guest Home #2
CCN 165019
Charles City, IA545Not shown$0
Oaknoll Retirement Residence
CCN 165030
Iowa City, IA555Not shown$0
Harmony Davenport
CCN 165033
Davenport, IA223Not shown$30,186
Harmony Waterloo
CCN 165034
Waterloo, IA113Shown$146,830

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bethany Life's CMS rating?

Bethany Life has a 1-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 1 for health inspections, 4 for staffing, and 4 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Bethany Life located?

Bethany Life is located at 212 Lafayette Street, Story City, IA, 50248 in Story County, and CMS lists 126 certified beds.

Does Bethany Life have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $58,051 in federal fine amounts and 1 payment-denial record for Bethany Life over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Bethany Life's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Bethany Life's CMS overall rating is 1 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 3.86 across 7 facilities in Story County, and 3.13 across Iowa. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Bethany Life's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Bethany Life's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
165424
Ownership type
Non profit - Other
Certified beds
126
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 33 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Mar 5, 20260628DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Mar 5, 20260658DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Mar 5, 20260689GStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Mar 5, 20260695DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Mar 5, 20260710DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Mar 5, 20260865DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMar 24, 2026
Feb 13, 20260550GComplaintPast Non-ComplianceJan 30, 2026
Jan 15, 20260842DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJan 26, 2026
Dec 22, 20250760DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionDec 31, 2025
Nov 20, 20250550DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2025
Nov 20, 20250609DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2025
Nov 20, 20250610DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 21, 2025
Oct 8, 20250760EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOct 9, 2025
Jun 16, 20250600DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJun 25, 2025
Jul 25, 20240725DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 22, 2024
May 7, 20240689GComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 14, 2024
Apr 3, 20240689KComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 14, 2024
Apr 3, 20240725EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Apr 3, 20240842DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240610EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240550DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240656DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240661BStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240684DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Mar 4, 20240761EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 18, 2024
Showing the 25 most recent of 33 citations.

How to verify this data

  • The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

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