Nursing Homes in Osage, Iowa
Osage has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 96 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Iowa's state average of 3.1 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.06 vs state
Total Beds
96
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
42 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
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0 declined
Top Rated in Osage
Faith Lutheran Home
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Faith Lutheran Home
★★★★★ · 90/100 · 50 beds
Osage Rehab And Health Care Center
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 46 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Osage
When it comes to nursing home care in Osage, IA, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Faith Lutheran Home, which boasts an impressive Grade A and a 5-star CMS rating. However, the overall market is concerning, with limited good options available for families seeking quality care for their loved ones.
For families considering their choices, Faith Lutheran Home is the only facility worth visiting. This facility has a clean record with zero fines in the past three years, making it a reliable option. Unfortunately, the other facility, Osage Rehab and Health Care Center, does not hold up under scrutiny and families should look to nearby cities for better alternatives if needed.
Avoid Osage Rehab and Health Care Center at all costs. This facility has incurred $97K in fines and holds a dismal Grade F rating, which is a clear red flag for potential residents. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask about staffing ratios and check for cleanliness and resident engagement, as these factors can greatly influence the quality of care your loved one will receive.
Osage at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has 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
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Osage is stable
Questions Osage 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; Osage avg is 0.70 hrs (42 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 2 Osage facility has 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 Osage, Iowa
Osage, Iowa's Mitchell County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 96 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Osage vs. Iowa: Near State Average
Osage 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.
1 of 2 facility earns 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 Osage, 1 facility scores 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 Osage
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.
Osage facilities average 0.70 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Osage resident receives approximately 42 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Osage 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
Osage has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 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 Osage, Iowa?
Osage has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 96 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 Osage?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Osage include:
- • Faith Lutheran Home — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
- • Osage Rehab And Health Care Center — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Osage nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Osage 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 Osage Nursing Homes
Osage offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.