Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Elk City, Oklahoma
1 of 2 nursing homes in Elk City (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Oklahoma statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
208
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$31,008 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 Elk City, Oklahoma, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Elk City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, has decent ratings, it is in the caution tier due to fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ELK CITY NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (70) — Elk City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center shines with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With no fines and a capacity of 118 beds, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being and rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for residents and their families.
The other 1 Elk City facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $31K.
Recommended
Elk City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center shines with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With no fines and a capacity of 118 beds, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being and rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for residents and their families.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Elk City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $31,008
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Elk City 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?"
Elk City's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Elk City facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Elk City avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Elk City facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Elk City, OK are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Elk City (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Elk 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 Elk 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.