Elm Crest Retirement Community is a 2-star (below average) rated 50-bed nursing home in Harlan, Iowa. It has 5 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have declined in recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated August 2026

elm crest retirement community

2104 12th Street · Harlan, IA 51537
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
2 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
4 / 5
Trend
declining
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.74
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.99
RN Turnover
50.0%
Total Staff Turnover
71.7%
Facility Info
Beds
50
Avg. Residents/Day
46
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
5
Complaint Deficiencies
2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
November 2024 Payment Denial —

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Elm Crest Retirement Community?
Elm Crest Retirement Community has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars (Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Elm Crest Retirement Community been fined or penalized?
Yes, Elm Crest Retirement Community has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $0.
How many deficiencies does Elm Crest Retirement Community have?
Elm Crest Retirement Community has 5 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Elm Crest Retirement Community accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Elm Crest Retirement Community accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Elm Crest Retirement Community compare to other nursing homes in Harlan?
Visit our Harlan, Iowa nursing homes page to see how Elm Crest Retirement Community ranks against other facilities in the area.