RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 20 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Alaska (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Alaska, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

200.8 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.5/5
+0.5 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$98K+$28K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeSitka, AK

Searhc Sitka Long Term Care

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
19 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

209 Moller AvenueSitka, AK 99835

(907) 747-1701

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeHomer, AK

South Peninsula Hospital Ltc

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
28 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

4300 Bartlett StreetHomer, AK 99603

(907) 235-0235

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeCordova, AK

Cordova Community Med Ltc

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
10 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

602 Chase AveCordova, AK 99574

(907) 424-8000

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeSoldotna, AK

Heritage Place

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsInspected Jun 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

232 Rockwell AvenueSoldotna, AK 99669

(907) 262-2545

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeWrangell, AK

Wrangell Medical Center Ltc

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
18 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

232 Wood StreetWrangell, AK 99929

(907) 874-7000

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61 Penalty

Nursing HomeWasilla, AK

Maple Springs Of Wasilla

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
67 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

3265 E Meridian LoopWasilla, AK 99654

(907) 841-1217

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomePetersburg, AK

Petersburg Medical Center Ltc

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
15 BedsInspected Mar 2024

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

103 Fram StreetPetersburg, AK 99833

(907) 772-4291

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeKotzebue, AK

Utuqqanaat Inaat

Corporation

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
18 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

436 Mission StreetKotzebue, AK 99752

(907) 442-3321

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeJuneau, AK

Wildflower Court

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
57 BedsInspected May 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

2000 Salmon Creek LaneJuneau, AK 99801

(907) 463-8700

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeKodiak, AK

Providence Kodiak Island Med Ltc

Corporation

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
22 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

1915 E Rezanof DriveKodiak, AK 99615

(907) 486-7800

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeValdez, AK

Providence Valdez Medical Center

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
10 BedsInspected Mar 2025

Above Alaska avg of 3.5

911 Meals AvenueValdez, AK 99686

(907) 834-1825

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeSeward, AK

Providence Seward Mountain Haven

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
40 BedsInspected Sep 2024

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

2203 Oak StreetSeward, AK 99664

(907) 224-5241

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeFairbanks, AK

Denali Center

Corporation

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
71 BedsInspected Jan 2026

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

1510 19th AvenueFairbanks, AK 99701

(907) 458-5100

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeNome, AK

Quyanna Care Center

Corporation

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
18 BedsInspected Oct 2024

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

1100 Greg Kruschek AvenueNome, AK 99762

(907) 443-3311

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151 Penalty

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Polaris Transitional Care

LLC

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
50 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

910 Compassion CircleAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 212-9200

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161 Penalty

Nursing HomeBethel, AK

Yukon Kuskokwim Elder'S Home

Corporation

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
18 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

1100 Chief Eddie Hoffman HwyBethel, AK 99559

(907) 543-6782

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173 Penalties

Nursing HomePalmer, AK

Maple Springs Of Palmer

LLC

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
67 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

12130 East Maple Springs WayPalmer, AK 99645

(907) 802-6641

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeKetchikan, AK

Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons Transitional Care

Corporation

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
29 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

3100 Tongass AvenueKetchikan, AK 99901

(907) 225-5171

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193 Penalties

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Centennial Post Acute

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
102 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

9100 Centennial DriveAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 333-8100

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204 Penalties

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Polaris Extended Care

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
96 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

920 Compassion CircleAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 212-9200

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Alaska

#23of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Below the median for overall health outcomes (rank 23 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+14.9%

    About 16% lower than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy76.5 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover46.8%

    About the same as the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Alaska →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Alaska?

Alaska has 20 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 20 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 20.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Alaska?

Nursing homes in Alaska average 3.5 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Alaska is penalized?

Among Alaska nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $98K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Alaska compare with the national average?

Alaska averages 3.5 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $98K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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