Nursing Homes in Indianola, Iowa
Indianola has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 240 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.3 stars, which is at Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 2 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.27 vs state
Total Beds
240
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
37 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
2
exceed staffing threshold
67% of facilities
Zero Fines
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0 declined
Top Rated in Indianola
Westview Of Indianola Care Center
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Westview Of Indianola Care Center
★★★★★ · 90/100 · 71 beds
The Village
★★★★★ · 75/100 · 54 beds
Good Samaritan Society - Indianola
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 115 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Indianola
When it comes to nursing home care in Indianola, IA, families need to be selective. The standout is Westview of Indianola Care Center, which boasts a 5-star CMS rating and a score of 90. Overall, the market here offers some good options, but with only two facilities meeting our standards, families should tread carefully when making their decisions.
For quality care, consider visiting Westview of Indianola Care Center, where you’ll find a clean record with zero fines in the last three years. Another option is The Village, which has a solid 4-star CMS rating and a score of 75. Both facilities are well-staffed, making them preferable choices in this narrow market.
On the flip side, skip Good Samaritan Society - Indianola. This facility has received serious abuse citations and is rated Grade F, indicating significant quality concerns. Before visiting any facility, make sure to ask about staffing ratios and recent inspection reports to ensure your loved one will be in good hands.
Indianola at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 2 community-run facilities (non-profit)
- • 2 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Indianola is stable
Questions Indianola 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; Indianola avg is 0.62 hrs (37 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 3 Indianola facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Indianola, Iowa
Indianola, Iowa's Warren County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 240 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Indianola vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Indianola nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.33 stars is close to Iowa's statewide average of 3.06 stars.
2 of 3 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
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 Indianola, 2 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 Indianola
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.
Indianola facilities average 0.62 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Indianola resident receives approximately 37 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
2 Indianola 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
Indianola has 2 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 3 of 3 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 Indianola, Iowa?
Indianola has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 240 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.3 stars, which is above Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Indianola?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Indianola include:
- • Westview Of Indianola Care Center — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
- • The Village — Grade B, 75/100 Trust Score
- • Good Samaritan Society - Indianola — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Indianola nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Indianola 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 Indianola Nursing Homes
Indianola offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 2 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.