F

NOWATA NURSING CENTER

436 SOUTH JOE, NOWATA, OK 74048
Score: 36 / 100

With a score of 36/100, Nowata Nursing Center ranks in the bottom tier of Oklahoma nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Nowata Nursing Center provides above-average staffing with 4.40 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 18 deficiencies at Nowata Nursing Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.40 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.11 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.89 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.29 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.24 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Jan 29, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jan 29, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0851 Severity F
    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0582 Severity E
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0758 Severity E
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psy
    Nov 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.2% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 5.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 9.2% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 43.0% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 2.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 30.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $22,936

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 36 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
65
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 20, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8