RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Fort Wayne, IN (2026)

The top 25 of 26 CMS-certified nursing homes in Fort Wayne, IN, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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26Nursing Homes in Fort Wayne
3.7/5
+0.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Fort Wayne Avg Rating
$61K+$16K vs state avgState avg: $45KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Fort Wayne

How Fort Wayne compares with the rest of Indiana on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.9%

    A little lower than the state average of 18.0%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover47.9%

    A little higher than the state average of 45.9%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.9%

    A little lower than the state average of 15.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Fort Wayne, IN?

This page evaluates 26 eligible nursing homes in Fort Wayne, IN and shows the top 25.

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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