The Best Nursing Homes in
Emmetsburg, IA
Top-rated subacute rehab and skilled nursing facilities in Emmetsburg ranked by our Placet Trust Index. We prioritize RN staffing levels, health inspections, and rehospitalization outcomes.
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Reviewed
3
Total Beds
123
Avg Star Rating
2.7
Safety Warnings
0
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Best Rated
Best Rated by CMS Stars
The highest-rated nursing homes and rehab facilities in Emmetsburg, IA, ranked by CMS stars with RN staffing and Placet Trust Index as tie-breakers.
No Penalties
No Federal Fines on Record
Facilities in Emmetsburg, IA with no federal CMS civil monetary penalties on record, sorted by staffing strength and Trust Index.
Trach / Vent
High-Acuity Trach & Vent Placements
High-acuity rehab facilities in Emmetsburg, IA that list tracheostomy or ventilator capability, ranked by staffing and quality.
Memory Care
Memory Care & Dementia Units
Facilities in Emmetsburg, IA that list dementia or memory-care capability, ranked by Trust Index and staffing.
Cardiac Rehab
Cardiac Rehab Placements
Facilities in Emmetsburg, IA that list cardiac rehab programming, ranked by Placet Trust Index and CMS quality metrics.
The Top 5 Leaderboard
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Palo Alto County Hospital
Lakeside Lutheran Home
Emmetsburg Care Center
Common Questions about
Care in Emmetsburg
What is the highest-rated nursing home in Emmetsburg?
According to our data-driven quality matching, Palo Alto County Hospital is the top-ranked facility in Emmetsburg, with a Placet Trust Index of 4.3/5.0. This score weighs RN staffing hours, health inspections, and rehospitalization outcomes — not just CMS stars alone.
How many Emmetsburg facilities have active safety warnings?
Currently, 0 out of 3 reviewed facilities in Emmetsburg carry a formal CMS safety warning icon. These facilities are statistically more likely to have recurring deficiency citations.
Which facilities are best for post-surgical rehab?
For patients requiring intensive physical therapy, we recommend facilities with higher-than-average RN staffing. Check the top 5 leaderboard are optimized for faster clinical authorization and discharge.