RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Anchorage, AK (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Anchorage, AK, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Anchorage
2.0/5
-1.5 vs state avgState avg: 3.50Anchorage Avg Rating
$191K+$84K vs state avgState avg: $107KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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11 Penalty

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Polaris Transitional Care

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
50 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

910 Compassion CircleAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 212-9200

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25 Penalties

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Polaris Extended Care

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

920 Compassion CircleAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 212-9200

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34 Penalties

Nursing HomeAnchorage, AK

Centennial Post Acute

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
102 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Below Alaska avg of 3.5

9100 Centennial DriveAnchorage, AK 99504

(907) 333-8100

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City report

Care landscape in Anchorage

How Anchorage compares with the rest of Alaska on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 14.9%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover58.2%

    About 20% higher than the state average of 48.3%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.4%

    About the same as the state average of 14.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Anchorage, AK?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Anchorage, AK and shows the top 3.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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