Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Norman, Oklahoma
2 of 5 nursing homes in Norman (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Oklahoma statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
432
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
3 Grade F
$43,607 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Norman, Oklahoma, is adequate, with 5 facilities available but only 2 (40%) recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility, Holiday Heights Healthcare, has a B+ rating, three facilities have incurred a total of $43,607 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 HOLIDAY HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE (85) — Holiday Heights Healthcare boasts an outstanding CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality patient care. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and a Grade of B+, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, making it a top choice for personalized nursing care.
- 2 GRACE SKILLED AND NURSING THERAPY NORMAN (80) — Grace Skilled and Nursing Therapy Norman provides excellent care with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With 136 beds and a Grade of B+, this for-profit facility offers comprehensive rehabilitation services and maintains a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring a reliable environment for recovery.
The other 3 Norman facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $43K.
Recommended
Holiday Heights Healthcare boasts an outstanding CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality patient care. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and a Grade of B+, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, making it a top choice for personalized nursing care.
Grace Skilled and Nursing Therapy Norman provides excellent care with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With 136 beds and a Grade of B+, this for-profit facility offers comprehensive rehabilitation services and maintains a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring a reliable environment for recovery.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Norman Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $43,607
Questions Norman 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?"
Norman's city average is 2.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Norman facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Norman avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Norman 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 Norman, OK are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Norman (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Norman "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 Norman?
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.