Nursing homes in Elma, IA
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Elma, part of the Howard area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Elma, Iowa, located within Howard County, is served by one nursing home facility covering the 50628 ZIP code area. According to data from CMS Care Compare, the local facility maintains an average overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Colonial Manor of Elma, operated by Legacy Healthcare, currently stands as the highest-rated nursing home in the city, reflecting the region's commitment to meeting federal quality standards for long-term care.
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avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Elma
- All homes in Elma score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Elma reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Colonial Manor of Elma at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Elma
| Colonial Manor of Elma LEGACY HEALTHCARE · Small · For Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
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