Nursing Homes in Exira, Iowa
Exira has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 60 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
60
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
19 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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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Exira
Exira Care Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Exira
Exira, IA, presents a challenging landscape for families seeking nursing home care. The standout is Exira Care Center, but it has received a troubling Grade D. Overall, this market has limited options, and while there are no major red flags, the single facility available does not meet the standards families should seek in a care environment.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Exira worth recommending, as all options raise concerns. Families should consider exploring nearby cities like Audubon or Atlantic, where you might find better options. While I cannot point to specific facilities in those areas, expanding your search radius could yield more favorable results.
Skip Exira Care Center due to its Grade D, indicating significant issues in quality of care. This facility does not have a clean record and lacks the staffing levels necessary for optimal resident care. When visiting any nursing home, always ask to see their latest inspection reports and speak to current residents and families for firsthand insights. This due diligence can help you make a more informed decision for your loved one.
Exira at a Glance
Good News
- • 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: Exira is stable
Questions Exira 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; Exira avg is 0.32 hrs (19 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Exira facilities have 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 Exira, Iowa
Exira, Iowa's Audubon County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 60 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Exira vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Exira 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 Exira, 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 Exira
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.
Exira facilities average 0.32 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Exira resident receives approximately 19 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Exira 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
Exira has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are 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 Exira, Iowa?
Exira has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 60 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 Exira?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Exira include:
- • Exira Care Center — Grade C, 51/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Exira nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Exira 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 Exira Nursing Homes
Exira 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.