Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
Valley Vue Care Center
Armstrong, IA · 40 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey March 12, 2026
CMS Certification Number 165353 · first certified August 1997
Ownership
Operated by LEGACY HEALTHCARE · For profit - Limited Liability company
- Ownership changed August 15, 2024 (change of ownership)from ABCM CORPORATION
Position within IA
9 citations — more than 29% of the 387 certified nursing homes in IA. Compared within IA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 2 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 3.5. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens January 2027 — about 4 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was March 2026. Facilities in IA are typically surveyed 11–13 months after the last one (median 12), measured over 700 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
1 physical-environment citation on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 9 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in IA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the IA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 9 |
| Median facility in IA | 12 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| February 29, 2024 | 3 |
| February 13, 2025 | 4 |
| March 12, 2026 | 2 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | 1 | 2026-03-12 |
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | 1 | 2025-02-13 |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | 1 | 2024-02-29 |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | 1 | 2024-02-29 |
| K-0293 | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | 1 | 2025-02-13 |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | 1 | 2024-02-29 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2025-02-13 |
| K-0347 | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | 1 | 2025-02-13 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 4
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 2
- Egress Deficiencies 2
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 4 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 2 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 2 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
March 12, 2026 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 17, 2026) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 17, 2026) |
February 13, 2025 — 4 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 24, 2025) |
| K-0293 | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 24, 2025) |
| K-0347 | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 6, 2025) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Waiver has been granted (March 31, 2025) |
February 29, 2024 — 3 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2024) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2024) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2024) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.