Best Nursing Homes in David City, Nebraska

1 of 2 nursing homes in David City (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Nebraska statewide average is 29%.

1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data

Worth Considering

1

Facilities graded B or better with zero fines

1 recommended 0 caution 1 avoid

City Average

3.5

+0.00 vs state

Total Beds

144

across 2 facilities

High Risk Facilities

1

1 Grade F

$27,115 in combined fines

Zero Fines

1 /2

passed all inspections

Nurse Availability

0 min

RN time per resident daily

Below CMS recommendation

Why This One?

The nursing home market in David City, Nebraska, is adequate, with 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should note that while David Place is highly rated with 5 stars, there is one facility to avoid due to $27,115 in total fines.

Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)

  1. 1 David Place (93) — David Place stands out with its impressive CMS 5★ rating and an excellent Trust Score of 93/100. The A grade reflects its commitment to high-quality care, while its non-profit status emphasizes a strong focus on community well-being. With 86 beds and no fines, residents can expect a safe and nurturing environment.

The other 1 David City facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $27K.

Staffing Comparison

Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality

Comparison of staffing metrics between David Place, David City average, and CMS minimum standards
Metric Top Facility David City Avg CMS Minimum
RN Hours / Resident / Day 0.00 0.00 0.75
CMS Star Rating 5 stars 3.5 stars
Deficiencies / Inspection 0 0.0

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 $27,115

Questions David City Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

  1. 1

    "What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"

    David City's city average is 3.5 stars

  2. 2

    "Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"

    1 of 2 David City facilities have fines

  3. 3

    "How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"

    CMS recommends 45 min; David City avg is 0 min

  4. 4

    "What were your most recent inspection findings?"

    David City 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 David City, NE are recommended?

1 of 2 nursing homes in David City (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.

What makes a nursing home in David City "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 David City?

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.