11 Penalty- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
Three Pennsylvania PlaceOttumwa, IA 52501
21 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
1977 Albia RoadOttumwa, IA 52501
32 Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
2035 Chester AvenueOttumwa, IA 52501
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Care landscape in Ottumwa
How Ottumwa compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.
- Population 65+17.9%
About 12% lower than the state average of 20.3%.
Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted) - Nurse staff turnover33.4%
About 24% lower than the state average of 44.2%.
CMS PBJ 2024 - Cognitive disability16.3%
About 18% higher than the state average of 13.8%.
CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many facilities were evaluated in Ottumwa, IA?
This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Ottumwa, 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.