Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Keokuk, Iowa
2 of 3 nursing homes in Keokuk (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
222
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$29,413 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Keokuk, Iowa, is adequate, with three facilities and two recommended options (67%). Families should consider the Southeast Iowa Healthcare Center, which boasts a B+ rating and five stars, while noting that there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Southeast Iowa Healthcare Center (85) — Southeast Iowa Healthcare Center boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars and a robust Trust Score of 85/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this for-profit facility provides personalized services in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents seeking comprehensive support.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 River Hills Village in Keokuk (75) — River Hills Village offers a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating reliable care standards. With a Grade B and zero fines, this for-profit facility accommodates 84 residents, providing a welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff to ensure a fulfilling living experience.
The other 1 Keokuk facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $29K.
Recommended
Southeast Iowa Healthcare Center boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars and a robust Trust Score of 85/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this for-profit facility provides personalized services in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents seeking comprehensive support.
River Hills Village offers a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Trust Score of 75/100, indicating reliable care standards. With a Grade B and zero fines, this for-profit facility accommodates 84 residents, providing a welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff to ensure a fulfilling living experience.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Keokuk Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.3 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 $29,413
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Keokuk Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Keokuk's city average is 4.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Keokuk facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Keokuk avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Keokuk 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 Keokuk, IA are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Keokuk (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Keokuk "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 Keokuk?
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.