Nursing Homes in ZIP 50459 (Northwood, IA)
This directory covers 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 50459, Northwood, IA, based on public CMS data (average overall rating 3.0 / 5).
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Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) serve people who need continuous nursing care, rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or long-term residential care. CMS inspects them roughly annually and publishes Five-Star ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Nursing Homes data comparison
| Provider | Overall | Health insp. | Staffing | QM | Certified beds | Occupancy | RN turnover | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Retirement Home | 3.0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 42 | 34.5% | 28.6% | 1 |
How to compare nursing homes in ZIP 50459
The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.
Families in ZIP 50459, Northwood, IA should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.
Nursing Homes profiles in ZIP 50459
What CMS data shows for nursing homes in ZIP 50459
Of the 1 nursing homes listed in ZIP 50459, 1 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current snapshot. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 3.0 out of 5 at Lutheran Retirement Home (non-profit). 42 certified beds are reported across 1 of these provider. Nurse staffing among reporting providers averages 4.57 hours per resident-day. Reported registered-nurse turnover averages 28.6%. 1 provider has at least one federal penalty on record, totaling $24,922 in fines.
| Providers on record | 1 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 3.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | Lutheran Retirement Home (3.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 1 non-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | 42 |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 1 |
| Total federal fines | $24,922 |
| Avg nurse hours / resident-day | 4.57 |
| Avg RN turnover | 28.6% |
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All figures on this page come from the CMS Provider Data Catalog dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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