Nursing homes in Howard County, Iowa
CMS data lists 3 certified nursing homes across 2 cities in Howard County. Compare their CMS overall ratings, inspection records, federal penalties, and staffing signals below.
At a glance
- Certified nursing homes
- 3
- across 2 cities
- Average CMS overall
- 3.33
- Iowa avg 3.13
- 1-star overall (CMS)
- 1
- CMS abuse icon shown
- 0
- Federal penalty records
- $8,018
- Payment denial records
- 0
- Higher-severity citations
- 2
Rating and geographic landscape
How CMS ratings and facilities are distributed across Howard County.
CMS overall rating distribution
How these facilities spread across the CMS five-star overall rating.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Nursing homes by city in Howard County
The cities holding the largest share of Howard County nursing homes.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Facilities in Howard County
Open in search →Search, filter, and sort the 3 nursing homes in Howard County. Calculated from CMS records included in this dataset.
| Facility | Location | CMS overall | CMS abuse icon | Federal penalty records |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accura Healthcare of Cresco CCN 165490 | Cresco, IA | CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51 | Not shown | None in data |
| Colonial Manor of Elma CCN 165386 | Elma, IA | CMS overall rating: 4 out of 54 | Not shown | $8,018 |
| Evans Senior Living Community CCN 165491 | Cresco, IA | CMS overall rating: 5 out of 55 | Not shown | None in data |
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Frequently asked questions
How many nursing homes are in Howard County, Iowa?
This dataset includes 3 CMS-certified nursing homes in Howard County, Iowa, from the official CMS Provider Information file, across 2 cities. Of these, 1 has a 1-star CMS overall rating and 0 currently show the CMS abuse icon.
What is the average CMS rating in Howard County?
The average CMS overall star rating across the 3 nursing homes in Howard County is 3.33, compared with a Iowa average of 3.13. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about any individual facility.
How can I compare nursing homes in Howard County?
Use the table on this page or the search filters to compare facilities on the same CMS fields — CMS overall rating, federal penalty records, payment denials, and the CMS abuse icon. See the guide on how to compare nursing homes.
How do I verify a nursing home in Howard County with official sources?
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