Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Tulsa, Oklahoma
4 of 20 nursing homes in Tulsa (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Oklahoma statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 7 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,150
across 20 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
8 Grade F
$368,550 in combined fines
Zero Fines
12
/20
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in Tulsa, Oklahoma is strong, with 20 facilities and 4 recommended options, representing 20% of the total. Families should note that while the top facility, Covenant Living at Inverness, boasts a 5-star rating, 9 facilities have incurred a total of $316,895 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 COVENANT LIVING AT INVERNESS (90) — Covenant Living at Inverness shines with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, highlighting its commitment to exceptional care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community and compassionate service, making it a top choice for families seeking quality nursing care.
- 2 THE VILLAGES AT SOUTHERN HILLS (90) — The Villages at Southern Hills boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating along with an A grade, underscoring its excellence in resident care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and a spacious 110-bed capacity, this for-profit facility delivers high-quality services without any federal fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 TULSA NURSING CENTER (85) — Tulsa Nursing Center offers a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a B+ grade, reflecting its solid performance in resident care. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and no fines, it provides a supportive environment for its 104 residents, making it a reliable option in Tulsa.
- 4 TRINITY WOODS, INC. (85) — Trinity Woods, Inc. is a strong contender with a CMS 5★ rating and a B+ grade, showcasing its dedication to quality care. This non-profit facility, with a Trust Score of 85/100 and no fines, emphasizes community values while providing a warm and caring atmosphere for its 84 residents.
The other 16 Tulsa facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $368K.
Recommended
Covenant Living at Inverness shines with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, highlighting its commitment to exceptional care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community and compassionate service, making it a top choice for families seeking quality nursing care.
The Villages at Southern Hills boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating along with an A grade, underscoring its excellence in resident care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and a spacious 110-bed capacity, this for-profit facility delivers high-quality services without any federal fines.
Tulsa Nursing Center offers a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a B+ grade, reflecting its solid performance in resident care. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and no fines, it provides a supportive environment for its 104 residents, making it a reliable option in Tulsa.
Trinity Woods, Inc. is a strong contender with a CMS 5★ rating and a B+ grade, showcasing its dedication to quality care. This non-profit facility, with a Trust Score of 85/100 and no fines, emphasizes community values while providing a warm and caring atmosphere for its 84 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Tulsa Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 16?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 8 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $368,550
- Low-scoring facilities
- 7 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 7 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Tulsa 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?"
Tulsa's city average is 2.9 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 20 Tulsa facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Tulsa avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Tulsa 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 Tulsa, OK are recommended?
4 of 20 nursing homes in Tulsa (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Tulsa "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 Tulsa?
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.