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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Humboldt, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Humboldt (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
28
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 Humboldt, Iowa, is adequate with one facility, Humboldt County Memorial Hospital, receiving a perfect recommendation score of 100%. Families can feel reassured as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, indicating a stable environment for care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Humboldt County Memorial Hospital (90) — Humboldt County Memorial Hospital stands out with its impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no federal fines, this county-owned facility prioritizes community well-being and offers a personalized approach to nursing care in a cozy 28-bed setting.
Recommended
Humboldt County Memorial Hospital stands out with its impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no federal fines, this county-owned facility prioritizes community well-being and offers a personalized approach to nursing care in a cozy 28-bed setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Humboldt Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Humboldt 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?"
Humboldt's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Humboldt facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Humboldt avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Humboldt 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 Humboldt, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Humboldt (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Humboldt "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 Humboldt?
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.