Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Kotzebue, Alaska
1 of 1 nursing homes in Kotzebue (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Alaska statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
18
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 Kotzebue, Alaska, is limited but stable, with one facility available that meets recommendations. Families can find quality care at UTUQQANAAT INAAT, which has a solid B rating and 4 stars, with no facilities facing fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 UTUQQANAAT INAAT (70) — UTUQQANAAT INAAT shines with its 4-star CMS rating, reflecting excellent care quality. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, offering compassionate support in a cozy 18-bed setting. Its zero fines further highlight a commitment to resident well-being.
Recommended
UTUQQANAAT INAAT shines with its 4-star CMS rating, reflecting excellent care quality. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, offering compassionate support in a cozy 18-bed setting. Its zero fines further highlight a commitment to resident well-being.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Kotzebue Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Kotzebue 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?"
Kotzebue's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Kotzebue facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Kotzebue avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Kotzebue 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 Kotzebue, AK are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Kotzebue (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Kotzebue "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 Kotzebue?
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.