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Overall Review of Mercyone Centerville Medical Center
common10 reviews mention this
Staff feel attentive and caring
Many reviewers describe the staff as caring, polite, and responsive.
Across multiple reviews, people thank nurses and doctors for making them feel cared for during urgent visits. Several mention quick action, thorough explanations, and feeling safe with the care team. A few also highlight specific staff members by name and describe advocacy and kindness during the stay.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Timelines and waiting vary
Some reviewers report long waits and delays before being seen.
A recurring concern is how long it takes to get care or to receive updates. Multiple reviews describe being waiting several hours, including cases where they felt answers were slow or incomplete. Other comments mention delays tied to answering call lights and getting follow-up information.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Billing and access feel difficult
Several reviewers raise concerns about costs and getting help with billing.
Some reviews criticize high charges for services, including physical therapy and outpatient visits, and describe being surprised by the final amounts. Another reviewer says it was hard to pay a bill or reach a person for help. While a separate review praised the care itself, these comments focus specifically on the financial experience.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Hygiene issues come up
A couple of reviewers mention cleanliness problems in the facility.
Some reviewers describe the environment as not clean, including reports of visible mess and concerns about hygiene supplies. Another comment mentions blood on the floor during an ER visit. These are isolated mentions, but they are direct observations about the condition of the space.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Communication can be inconsistent
Reviewers describe both clear explanations and missed communication.
Several reviews say doctors and nurses explained details thoroughly and kept patients informed during the process. However, other reviews describe clinicians not addressing questions, walking away without answers, or requiring multiple attempts to get information. One review also points to long gaps while waiting on lab results.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
19 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Homestead of Centerville (0.2 miles)
Subway (0.7 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (0.7 miles)
Pizza Hut (0.8 miles)
Charley's Grilled Subs (0.8 miles)
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
Jing Jing Chinese Restaurant (0.9 miles)
Physicians
Dermatology Central Iowa (0.4 miles)
Seymour Medical Clinic (14.6 miles)
Heritage Dental (19.2 miles)
Adler William R OD (19.3 miles)
Hospitals
St Joseph's Mercy Hospital, Centerville, Iowa (0.4 miles)
Mercyone Centerville Medical Center on seniors.fyi includes 11 photos including images showing dining, building, parking, interior, landscaping, healthcare, outdoor, hallway, and more.
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