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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Clear Lake, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Clear Lake (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
80
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Clear Lake, Iowa, is limited with only one facility, Oakwood Care Center, which has a commendable rating of 3 stars. Families can feel confident as it is the only recommended option with no fines, ensuring a focus on care quality.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Oakwood Care Center (70) — With a commendable Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100, Oakwood Care Center stands out for its commitment to quality care, despite a CMS rating of 3★. The facility maintains a robust 80-bed capacity and has remarkably incurred $0 in fines, showcasing its dedication to compliance and resident well-being.
Recommended
With a commendable Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100, Oakwood Care Center stands out for its commitment to quality care, despite a CMS rating of 3★. The facility maintains a robust 80-bed capacity and has remarkably incurred $0 in fines, showcasing its dedication to compliance and resident well-being.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Clear Lake Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Clear Lake 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?"
Clear Lake's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Clear Lake facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Clear Lake avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Clear Lake facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Clear Lake, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Clear Lake (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Clear Lake "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 Clear Lake?
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.