Nursing homes in Wapello, IA
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Wapello, part of the Louisa 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 Wapello, Iowa, seeking long-term care can access essential performance metrics through the CMS Care Compare database. Located in Louisa County, the city is currently served by one licensed nursing facility, Wapello Specialty Care. Operated by Care Initiatives, this facility holds a perfect 5-star overall rating. This high standard of care reflects the current average for the 52653 ZIP code, ensuring accessible and quality healthcare options for local seniors.
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avg 5★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Wapello
- All homes in Wapello 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 Wapello
| Wapello Specialty Care CARE INITIATIVES · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.