About Good Shepherd Health Center
Nursing home overview and details
Good Shepherd Health Center is an nursing home in Mason City, IA, serving Cerro Gordo County and the surrounding community. The facility has 180 certified beds with an average daily census of 151.8 residents.
Good Shepherd Health Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1968, bringing 58 years of experience in long-term care.
CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Mason City, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Good Shepherd Health Center has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.
Health Inspection
Below Average
Quality Measures
Below Average
Staffing
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Good Shepherd Health Center provides 3.81 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.35 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 70.5%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 60.0%. Weekend staffing averages 3.58 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Good Shepherd Health Center has received 1 fine totaling $87,458. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Good Shepherd Health Center
11 affiliated physicians
Dr. Patrick Courtney, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Lisa Kapler, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Jerrold White, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Travis Johnson, MD
Family Practice
Dr. William Riesen, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Brett Mulkey, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Joseph Behr, MD
Family Practice
Dr. John Boedeker, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Christopher Morse, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Donell Timpe, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Janice Kirsch, MD
Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Good Shepherd Health Center
What is the CMS rating for Good Shepherd Health Center?
Good Shepherd Health Center has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Good Shepherd Health Center have?
Good Shepherd Health Center has 180 certified beds with an average daily census of 151.8 residents.
What type of facility is Good Shepherd Health Center?
Good Shepherd Health Center is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Cerro Gordo County in Mason City, IA.
How many doctors practice at Good Shepherd Health Center?
11 physicians are affiliated with Good Shepherd Health Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Good Shepherd Health Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Good Shepherd Health Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·