Nursing homes in Iowa City, IA
Compare 3 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Iowa City, part of the Johnson area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.7★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents in Iowa City, IA, have access to three nursing homes located throughout Johnson County, including the 52240, 52245, and 52246 ZIP codes. Based on data from CMS Care Compare, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars. Notably, Oaknoll Retirement Residence, operated by Christian Retirement Services Inc., has achieved a top 5-star rating, alongside one other local facility also meeting that quality benchmark.
Rating distribution
avg 3.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Iowa City
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Iowa City
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 3 of 3 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 3 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Iowa City
| Oaknoll Retirement Residence CHRISTIAN RETIREMENT SERVICES INC · Medium · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
| Briarwood Healthcare Center BRIARWOOD MANAGEMENT INC · Medium · For Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Iowa City Rehab & Health Care CAMPBELL STREET SERVICES · Medium · For Profit | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.