Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Estherville, Iowa
0 of 2 nursing homes in Estherville (0%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
0 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
1.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
116
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
47 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why No Recommendations?
The nursing home market in Estherville, Iowa, is poor, with only two facilities available and no recommendations. Families should be aware that both facilities have received low ratings, making it essential to thoroughly research options before making a decision.
The other 2 Estherville facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Estherville Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Estherville's city average is 1.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Estherville facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Estherville avg is 47 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Estherville facilities average 37.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Estherville at a Glance
Good News
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 2 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 25.5 (dragged down by 2 F-grades)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 37.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Estherville, IA are recommended?
0 of 2 nursing homes in Estherville (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Estherville?
Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Estherville has 2 nursing homes, none currently achieve both a Trust Grade of B+ or better AND zero fines. We list all facilities with honest assessments to help you make informed decisions.
What makes a nursing home in Estherville "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Estherville?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.