Nursing homes in Ottumwa, IA
Ottumwa, IA has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes. None has a 5-star overall rating, and 2 have been fined in the last three years.
Medicare data updated October 2026. Sorted by Medicare's overall rating.
| Nursing home | Overall rating | Health inspections | Staffing | Quality measures | Beds | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accura Healthcare of OttumwaThree Pennsylvania Place · For profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 60 | None |
| Ridgewood Specialty Care1977 Albia Road · Non profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 60 | 1 ($8,999) |
| Good Samaritan - Ottumwa2035 Chester Avenue · Non profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 126 | 1 ($35,968) |
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Recent inspection problems in Ottumwa
Citations from each home's latest standard inspection and from complaint inspections in the last three years, newest first. What an inspection citation means
- Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0550 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0580 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0760 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0803 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.June 3, 2026 · Good Samaritan - Ottumwa · F0807 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
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Questions about nursing homes in Ottumwa
Which nursing home in Ottumwa has the highest Medicare rating?
Accura Healthcare of Ottumwa has the highest overall rating in Ottumwa: 4 stars out of 5.
How many nursing homes in Ottumwa have been fined?
2 of the 3 have been fined in the last three years, $44,967 in all. The most was $35,968, at Good Samaritan - Ottumwa.
Does Medicare flag any nursing homes in Ottumwa?
No. None of the 3 is a Special Focus Facility or carries Medicare's abuse icon.
Which nursing home in Ottumwa is the largest?
Good Samaritan - Ottumwa, with 126 certified beds.
Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.