Nursing homes in Marcus, IA
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Marcus, part of the Cherokee area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents of Marcus, Iowa, in Cherokee County have access to high-quality long-term care options within the 51035 ZIP code. According to the latest data from the CMS Care Compare tool, the city features one nursing facility, Heartland Care Center. This center maintains a perfect 5-star overall rating, contributing to a citywide average of 5 stars, reflecting the high standard of clinical care available to the local community.
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avg 5★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Marcus
- All homes in Marcus score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Marcus
| Heartland Care Center HEARTLAND CARE CENTER INC · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
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