Nursing Homes in Albia, Iowa
Albia has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 54 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.06 vs state
Total Beds
54
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
41 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Albia
Oakwood Specialty Care
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About Nursing Home Care in Albia
When it comes to nursing home care in Albia, IA, families should tread carefully. The standout is Oakwood Specialty Care, but it unfortunately carries a Grade D rating, indicating significant concerns. Overall, the market here offers limited options, and while there are no major red flags, the lack of facilities meeting quality standards is concerning.
Given the situation in Albia, families should consider looking at neighboring cities for better care options. Unfortunately, there are no specific facilities in Albia that warrant a visit based on strong performance metrics. The absence of well-staffed or non-profit facilities further complicates the search. Families are encouraged to explore alternatives in cities like Centerville or Ottumwa where more options may be available.
Skip Oakwood Specialty Care due to its poor grade and the absence of notable strengths. While it has maintained a clean record with zero fines, the overall care quality and staffing levels raise red flags. A practical tip for visiting any facility is to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and observe interactions between residents and caregivers; these indicators can provide insight into the facility's overall environment and care quality.
Albia at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Albia is stable
Questions Albia Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Albia avg is 0.69 hrs (41 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Albia facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Albia, Iowa
Albia, Iowa's Monroe County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 54 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Albia vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Albia nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Albia, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Albia
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Albia facilities average 0.69 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Albia resident receives approximately 41 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Albia facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Albia has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Iowa cities for additional options. The following Iowa cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Des Moines — 12 facilities
- Cedar Rapids — 9 facilities
- Dubuque — 8 facilities
- Davenport — 7 facilities
- Sioux City — 6 facilities
- Marion — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Albia, Iowa?
Albia has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 54 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Albia?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Albia include:
- • Oakwood Specialty Care — Grade D, 43/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Albia nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Albia as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Albia Nursing Homes
Albia offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.