Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Osage, Iowa
1 of 2 nursing homes in Osage (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
96
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$96,561 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
42 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Osage, Iowa, is adequate, with two facilities available and one highly recommended. Families should be aware that one facility has incurred a total of $96,561 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Faith Lutheran Home (90) — Faith Lutheran Home stands out with its impressive 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community and compassion, ensuring residents receive attentive and dedicated support in a welcoming environment.
The other 1 Osage facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $96K.
Recommended
Faith Lutheran Home stands out with its impressive 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community and compassion, ensuring residents receive attentive and dedicated support in a welcoming environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Osage Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.86 | 0.70 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 2 | 27.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $96,561
Questions Osage 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?"
Osage's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Osage facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Osage avg is 42 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Osage facilities average 27.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Osage at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $96K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $96K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 45.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 27.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Osage, IA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Osage (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Osage "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 Osage?
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.