Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Shawnee, Oklahoma
1 of 4 nursing homes in Shawnee (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Oklahoma statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
468
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
3 Grade F
$223,110 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Shawnee, Oklahoma, is currently weak, with only 1 of 4 facilities recommended, indicating a 25% approval rate. Families should be cautious, as three facilities have incurred a total of $223,110 in fines, despite the top-rated facility, The Regency Skilled Nursing and Therapy, receiving a B+ rating.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 THE REGENCY SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY (85) — The Regency Skilled Nursing and Therapy stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility excels in providing quality care and therapy services, making it a reliable choice for residents in need of skilled nursing.
The other 3 Shawnee facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $223K.
Recommended
The Regency Skilled Nursing and Therapy stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility excels in providing quality care and therapy services, making it a reliable choice for residents in need of skilled nursing.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Shawnee Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.0 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
- 3 Have fines totaling $223,110
Questions Shawnee 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?"
Shawnee's city average is 2.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Shawnee facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Shawnee avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Shawnee 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 Shawnee, OK are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Shawnee (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Shawnee "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 Shawnee?
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.