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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Panora, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Panora (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
46
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 Panora, Iowa is adequate with one facility, Panora Specialty Care, receiving a solid B+ rating and 4 stars. Families can feel confident in their choice, as this facility is the only option and comes highly recommended with no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Panora Specialty Care (80) — Panora Specialty Care stands out with its impressive 4-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting a strong commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community involvement and focuses on providing personalized services for its 46 residents, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment.
Recommended
Panora Specialty Care stands out with its impressive 4-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting a strong commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community involvement and focuses on providing personalized services for its 46 residents, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Panora 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 Panora 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?"
Panora's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Panora facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Panora avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Panora 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 Panora, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Panora (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Panora "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 Panora?
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.