Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average compared to other facilities. It ranks #98 out of 282 in Oklahoma, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 5 in Rogers County, indicating there is only one local option that is better. The facility's trend is improving, with a reduction in reported issues from seven in 2024 to three in 2025. Staffing is rated at 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 40%, which is lower than the state average, suggesting staff are relatively stable. On the downside, there have been serious incidents, such as a resident being transferred by one staff member when the care plan required two, resulting in falls and a fracture. Additionally, there were failures in ensuring some residents received regular bathing, which could affect their hygiene and comfort. Overall, while there are areas of concern, the facility is making strides to improve care.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Oklahoma
- #98/282
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Oklahoma's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Oklahoma facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 11 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Oklahoma. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below Oklahoma average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Oklahoma average (2.6)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Oklahoma avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
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The Ugly 16 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
3 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
On 06/11/25, a past non-compliance situation was determined to exist related to the facility's failure to ensure staff provided supervision to prevent falls from lifts.
A facility reported incident, ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of abuse for 1 (#3) of 3 sampled residents reviewed for abuse.
The administrator identifed 85 residen...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure bathing was provided for 2 (#2 and #4) of 4 sampled residents who were reviewed for activities of daily living.
The administrator id...
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Jun 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the accuracy of an MDS assessment for one (#31) of five residents reviewed for MDS accuracy.
The administrator reporte...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the resident and the resident's representative were given a summary of the baseline care plan for one (#7) of two residents whose ba...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure appropriate communication between the facility and the dialysis provider for one (#16) of one resident reviewed for dialysis.
The DO...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure two (#58 and #7) of two residents/representatives reviewed for care plans, were involved in the care planning process.
The administr...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to provide showers for four (Resident #7, 21, 33, and Resident #37) of four sampled residents whose clinical records were review...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
The facility failed to ensure lab work was completed as ordered for two (#39 and #33) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
The administrator reported the census in the facility was ...
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Jun 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents and staff were interviewed as part of a investigation into alleged abuse for one (#1) of four sampled resident reviewed fo...
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Apr 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to have sufficient staff to ensure residents received personal care and services in a timely manner for three (#17, 55, and #34...
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Mar 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure dependent residents were provided/offered baths for four (#2, #4, #8, and #12) of six sampled residents who were reviewed for ADL as...
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Jun 2019
4 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(H)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident was transferred with two staff members in order to prevent falls for one (#45) of three r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident's oxygen tubing wa...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a care plan was updated for one (#45) of 21 sampled residents whose care plans were reviewed. The re...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident received treatment and services to prevent a decline in range of motion for one (#56) of ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Oklahoma facilities.
- • 40% turnover. Below Oklahoma's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 16 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • Grade C (55/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Oklahoma, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy Staffed?
CMS rates Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Oklahoma average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
State health inspectors documented 16 deficiencies at Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy during 2019 to 2025. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm and 14 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by BRIDGES HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 118 certified beds and approximately 85 residents (about 72% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in Claremore, Oklahoma.
How Does Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy Stick Around?
Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Oklahoma nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy Ever Fined?
Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Claremore Skilled Nursing And Therapy on Any Federal Watch List?
Claremore Skilled Nursing and Therapy is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.