RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Oskaloosa, IA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Oskaloosa, IA, 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 Oskaloosa
1.7/5
-1.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Oskaloosa Avg Rating
$32K$22K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeOskaloosa, IA

Northern Mahaska Specialty Care

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
79 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

2401 Crestview DriveOskaloosa, IA 52577

(641) 673-3000

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeOskaloosa, IA

Crystal Heights Care Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

1514 High Avenue WestOskaloosa, IA 52577

(641) 673-7032

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeOskaloosa, IA

Oskaloosa Care Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
83 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

605 Highway 432Oskaloosa, IA 52577

(641) 676-3414

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Care landscape in Oskaloosa

How Oskaloosa compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+20.6%

    About the same as the state average of 20.3%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover52.5%

    About 19% higher than the state average of 44.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability15.0%

    About 9% higher than the state average of 13.8%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Oskaloosa, IA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Oskaloosa, IA 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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