Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Fort Dodge, Kansas
0 of 1 nursing homes in Fort Dodge (0%) meet our strict criteria. The Kansas statewide average is 29%.
0 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
56
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
77 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why No Recommendations?
The nursing home market in Fort Dodge, Kansas, is assessed as poor, with only one facility available. Families should note that the top-rated option, Kansas Soldiers Home, has a three-star rating, indicating limited choices and the need for careful consideration when selecting care.
The other 1 Fort Dodge facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Fort Dodge Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Fort Dodge's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Fort Dodge facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Fort Dodge avg is 77 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Fort Dodge facilities average 25.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Fort Dodge at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- No major red flags in this market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.0
- 0% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 100% government
- 25.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Fort Dodge, KS are recommended?
0 of 1 nursing homes in Fort Dodge (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Fort Dodge?
Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Fort Dodge has 1 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 Fort Dodge "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 Fort Dodge?
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.