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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lamoni, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lamoni (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
43
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 Lamoni, Iowa, is adequate, with one recommended facility, Lamoni Specialty Care, receiving a solid B+ rating and 4 stars. Families can feel confident in this option as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, ensuring a reliable choice for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Lamoni Specialty Care (85) — Lamoni Specialty Care boasts an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4★. With a B+ grade and a commitment to community-focused care as a non-profit, residents receive personalized attention in a cozy 43-bed setting, making it a standout choice for quality nursing care.
Recommended
Lamoni Specialty Care boasts an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4★. With a B+ grade and a commitment to community-focused care as a non-profit, residents receive personalized attention in a cozy 43-bed setting, making it a standout choice for quality nursing care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lamoni 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 Lamoni 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?"
Lamoni's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Lamoni facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lamoni avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lamoni 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 Lamoni, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lamoni (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lamoni "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 Lamoni?
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.