Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ruthven, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Ruthven (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
46
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
23 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ruthven, Iowa is limited but offers a recommended facility, the Ruthven Community Care Center, which has a solid rating of 4 stars. Families can feel confident in their choice, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers and no fines reported.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Ruthven Community Care Center (70) — Ruthven Community Care Center shines with its strong community focus and a solid Trust Score of 70/100. With a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars and a Grade B, this non-profit facility emphasizes compassionate care while maintaining a clean record with $0 fines, making it a trustworthy choice for residents.
Recommended
Ruthven Community Care Center shines with its strong community focus and a solid Trust Score of 70/100. With a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars and a Grade B, this non-profit facility emphasizes compassionate care while maintaining a clean record with $0 fines, making it a trustworthy choice for residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ruthven Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.39 | 0.38 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 12 | 12.0 | — |
Questions Ruthven 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?"
Ruthven's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Ruthven facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ruthven avg is 23 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ruthven facilities average 12.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Ruthven at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 100% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- No major red flags in this market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 70.0
- 0% for-profit, 100% non-profit, 0% government
- 12.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Ruthven, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Ruthven (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ruthven "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 Ruthven?
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.