Best Nursing Homes in Oklahoma

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 43 nursing homes in OK using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OK
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Oklahoma. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Oklahoma. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Oklahoma. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the OK State Dept. of Health (OSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Oklahoma average is: 57.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Cearu Medical Resort
NH
PC
SNF
Tulsa
104
Facility 104
OK AVG 73
Rank #25 / 137
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #7 / 117
+29%
4.07
Facility 4.07
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #31 / 40
-24%-11%
$16.8k
Facility $16.8k
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #30 / 42
4
Facility 4
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #3 / 42
2.0
Facility 2.0
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #5 / 42
198-
19
Facility 19
OK AVG 40
Rank #158 / 195
Southtown Asset Management LLC
$12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #11 / 39
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #11 / 39
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #12 / 39
375581
Zarrow Pointe
NH
AL
HOS
IL
SNF
Tulsa (South Peoria)
61
Facility 61
OK AVG 73
Rank #77 / 137
90.2%
Facility 90.2%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #11 / 117
+24%
6.32
Facility 6.32
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #4 / 40
+14%+38%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #26 / 42
16
Facility 16
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #21 / 42
5.3
Facility 5.3
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #36 / 42
-55-
49
Facility 49
OK AVG 40
Rank #71 / 195
David Adelson
$7.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #29 / 39
$10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #6 / 39
141.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 141.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #1 / 39
375547
Covenant Living at Inverness
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Tulsa
47
Facility 47
OK AVG 73
Rank #99 / 137
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #44 / 117
+11%
4.15
Facility 4.15
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #27 / 40
-4%-9%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
6
Facility 6
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #6 / 42
2.0
Facility 2.0
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #5 / 42
-38-
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 40
Rank #191 / 195
Mary Palmer
$4.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #35 / 39
$2.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #37 / 39
52.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 52.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #17 / 39
375476
Trinity Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Tulsa
84
Facility 84
OK AVG 73
Rank #45 / 137
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #88 / 117
-12%
6.39
Facility 6.39
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #2 / 40
+24%+40%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
5
Facility 5
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #4 / 42
2.5
Facility 2.5
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #11 / 42
-54-
37
Facility 37
OK AVG 40
Rank #107 / 195
Trinity Woods
$24.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $24.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #2 / 39
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #4 / 39
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #28 / 39
375454
Wilkins Health & Rehabilitation Community
NH
MC
SNF
Duncan (Dixie Park)
118
Facility 118
OK AVG 73
Rank #17 / 137
96.5%
Facility 96.5%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #3 / 117
+33%
5.02
Facility 5.02
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #12 / 40
-4%+10%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
9
Facility 9
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #9 / 42
1.5
Facility 1.5
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #2 / 42
-114--Tyler Wilkins
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #20 / 39
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #16 / 39
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #12 / 39
375424
Meridian Nursing Home
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Comanche
63
Facility 63
OK AVG 73
Rank #75 / 137
72.4%
Facility 72.4%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #71 / 117
0%
4.21
Facility 4.21
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #27 / 40
-22%-8%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
1
Facility 1
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #1 / 42
1.0
Facility 1.0
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #1 / 42
-46--Washita Valley Investments LLC
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #37 / 39
$2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #36 / 39
66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #5 / 39
375426
The Villages at Southern Hills
NH
AL
HOS
RC
SNF
Tulsa (South Peoria)
98
Facility 98
OK AVG 73
Rank #30 / 137
43.9%
Facility 43.9%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #111 / 117
-40%- -26%-
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
3
Facility 3
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #2 / 42
1.5
Facility 1.5
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #2 / 42
-43A+
46
Facility 46
OK AVG 40
Rank #84 / 195
Lee Sudbeck
$16.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #7 / 39
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #10 / 39
44.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #34 / 39
375546
St. Ann‘s Skilled Nursing & Therapy
NH
SNF
Oklahoma City (Eagle Hill)
120
Facility 120
OK AVG 73
Rank #14 / 137
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #6 / 117
+30%
4.45
Facility 4.45
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #21 / 40
+42%-3%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
21
Facility 21
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #30 / 42
5.3
Facility 5.3
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #36 / 42
-113-
28
Facility 28
OK AVG 40
Rank #130 / 195
-
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #19 / 39
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #19 / 39
51.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #20 / 39
375561
University Village Retirement Community
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Tulsa
150
Facility 150
OK AVG 73
Rank #5 / 137
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #89 / 117
-13%
4.72
Facility 4.72
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #18 / 40
+17%+3%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
15
Facility 15
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #20 / 42
3.8
Facility 3.8
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #24 / 42
-95-
42
Facility 42
OK AVG 40
Rank #97 / 195
Blake Fail
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #10 / 39
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #29 / 39
25.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 25.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #39 / 39
375531
Tulsa Nursing Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Tulsa (Columbus)
104
Facility 104
OK AVG 73
Rank #25 / 137
97.0%
Facility 97.0%
OK AVG 72.7
Rank #1 / 117
+33%
3.73
Facility 3.73
OK AVG 4.57
Rank #36 / 40
-40%-19%
$0
Facility $0
OK AVG $48.8k
Rank #1 / 42
19
Facility 19
OK AVG 23.5
Rank #26 / 42
4.8
Facility 4.8
OK AVG 5.0
Rank #31 / 42
-101-
54
Facility 54
OK AVG 40
Rank #56 / 195
Susan Crimmins
$8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $11.1M
Rank #25 / 39
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG $6.0M
Rank #25 / 39
52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
OK AVG 57.3%
Rank #16 / 39
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OK community we track that reports that metric, not just the 43 on this page.

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Overview of Cearu Medical Resort

Cearu Medical Resort prides itself on offering a luxurious living experience with top-notch healthcare services. The home delivers short-term acute care services, along with comprehensive rehabilitation and wound care. They also provide hospice services for those who require it. Located in Hillcrest, it is close to Hillcrest Hospital South and the Veterans Administration Outpatient Medical Center. 
Residents can enjoy resort-like living with access to hospital services, including a therapy gym with the latest equipment. Accommodations have exquisite furnishings, ensuring that guests are always comfortable and secured. In addition, the home offers complimentary Wi-Fi and a bistro to make the stay even more pleasant. For acute care or rehabilitation services punctuated by an experience of a luxurious healthcare facility, choose Cearu Medical Resort.

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Overview of Zarrow Pointe

Zarrow Pointe is a premier senior living community that has been providing exceptional care for over thirty years. They are proud to offer newly renovated apartments and luxurious patio homes for independent and assisted living, as well as skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Located in Oklahoma, their well-cared-for facility ensures that every resident is pleased and secure. They also have educational buildings and partnerships with physicians and universities creating a more vibrant and inclusive community.
The home is a non-profit organization committed to making quality senior care accessible. With an affordable entrance fee, they prioritize quality care and services for residents with varying financial capacities. At Zarrow Pointe, they redefine senior living by providing personalized care and attention to each individual. They recognize that every senior has unique needs, and they take pride in meeting these with empathy and hard work.

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Overview of Covenant Living at Inverness

The Covenant Living at Inverness is a senior living community that mainly provides service for residential living, assisted living, and skilled nursing seniors. The senior living community is dedicated to empowering all residents to be given the opportunity to live life on their own terms. The atmosphere of the senior living community boasts a friendly yet professional ambiance. The resort-like community boasts a relaxing and calming experience for their residents because they provide them with the opportunity to freely choose a lifestyle that matches their needs. The Covenant Living at Inverness is the premier community in Tulsa that promotes a lifestyle of growth and fulfillment in the lives of every resident.
The Covenant senior living is all about convenience and individuality. A lot of their amenities and services are designed to ensure that a resident’s needs are met and satisfied. Assisted living residents are offered the SAIDO learning program that focuses on the enhancement of cognitive ability for residents with dementia. To name a few of their community amenities include a library, wellness center, courtyard and garden, and an arts and crafts studio; while services include housekeeping and laundry, and transportation.

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Trinity Woods

4134 E 31St St, Tulsa, OK 74135
Overview of Trinity Woods

Nestled in the picturesque city of Tulsa, OK, Trinity Woods is a trusted continuum-of-care retirement community that provides assisted living, residential living, and nursing care services. Featuring a wide array of bright and spacious accommodations, seniors can rest assured to experience comfort and safety at its finest. The community takes pride in a team of respectful and highly skilled professionals delivering top-notch care and support for residents to optimize their freedom and enjoy their individuality.

Cherish unforgettable moments with friends and join fun programs to experience an active and happy lifestyle. Moreover, the community goes above and beyond to ensure seniors’ well-being by serving them healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Trinity Woods strives to provide a safe place for seniors to live a wonderful retirement with their ever-changing needs tended to and cared for.

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Overview of Wilkins Health & Rehabilitation Community

Wilkins Health & Rehabilitation Community is a nursing home in Duncan, OK, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can ease their worries in retirement. Restaurant-style dining, 24-hour nursing care, and transportation to appointments are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is also dedicated to getting to know residents’ needs, as well as their families, to provide the best possible care for their recovery.

Fun gatherings, games, and exercises foster engagement and help residents maintain holistic wellness. A sun room, a beauty/barbershop, whirlpool tubs, and outdoor courtyards are also available, so residents can rest comfortably. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is peacefully nestled in the residential area of Duncan. This nursing home continuously provides high standards of care to help older adults thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Oklahoma.

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Overview of Meridian Nursing Home

Meridian Nursing Home is a nursing home in Comanche, OK, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its compassionate and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Residents also experience worry-free living with restaurant-style dining, social services, and medication management. The community also works closely with residents to meet their needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Gardening, musical performances, and field trips are just some of the activities dedicated to keeping residents active and happy. Cozy rooms and state-of-the-art amenities are also available, so residents can rest and connect with friends. Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Comanche, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Oklahoma, this nursing home continuously provides top-notch services for older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of The Villages at Southern Hills

The Villages at Southern Hills is a nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, and respite care facility at 5721 S Lewis Ave in Tulsa’s South Peoria neighborhood, with 98 certified beds. Lee Sudbeck is the administrator. WellTrack Medical Center is a quarter mile from the building, which matters for a facility with this level of clinical intensity. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community.

The care model here is built around short stays. The average resident is in and out in 24 days. Services map to that model directly: short-term and outpatient rehabilitation, a rehab-to-home program, 24-hour staffing, respite care, and hospice care. Social and counseling services are part of the offering. Dental services staff and a medical director are on-site. An active Resident Council meets regularly.

Current occupancy sits at 44%, with 43 of 98 beds filled. Total nursing hours are 3 hours and 54 minutes per resident per day, with nurse aides accounting for 2 hours and 6 minutes of that and registered nurses at 19 minutes. The Walk Score is 46; most errands in this part of Tulsa require a car.

State inspections have tended to focus on medication management and environmental and hazardous-materials safety rather than direct resident care concerns.

The Villages at Southern Hills functions primarily as a post-acute, transitional-care destination, with a clinical service mix and hospital proximity that suits short-stay rehabilitation rather than long-term placement.

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Overview of St. Ann‘s Skilled Nursing & Therapy

Settling in the quiet St. Ann Drive, Oklahoma City, OK is the distinct senior living community of St. Ann’s Skilled Nursing and Therapy that provides long-term care, skilled nursing, and therapy. With its long history of caring since 1949, the community is dedicated to improving seniors’ well-being by delivering top-tier care and assistance around the clock. Keep worries at bay with a team of kind and highly trained professionals lending extra support for seniors’ ever-changing needs.

Featuring a wide range of care services, residents and families can ease their minds knowing their loved ones are well-cared for. The community prepares meals according to residents’ nutritional requirements and tastes to ensure a delightful dining experience. St. Ann’s Skilled Nursing and Therapy is a good place to start your healing journey with its exceptional services and purposely designed amenities.

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Overview of University Village Retirement Community

For over half a century, University Village Retirement Community has stood as a beacon of excellence in Tulsa’s senior living landscape. Those who prioritize an active, autonomous lifestyle will find their fit in the independent living apartments. Seamlessly blending independence with a sense of community, these apartments ensure that residents enjoy both personal space and social opportunities.

Every detail in the independent living apartments speaks of comfort and convenience. From full-size refrigerators and microwaves to spacious walk-in closets, residents can relish a blend of modern amenities and classic design. Safety features like bathroom assist bars and emergency pull cords ensure peace of mind, while the inclusive three meals daily offer gastronomic delight. All these, combined with the alluring charm of University Village, make these apartments a sought-after choice for seniors.

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Overview of Tulsa Nursing Center

Choosing the right care center can be a difficult decision, but the Tulsa Nursing Center strives to make this stage easier by providing an outstanding approach to senior living. With a team of dedicated caregivers, Tulsa Nursing Center has a team of dedicated caregivers providing exceptional care for seniors who require skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. They also offer respite care, short-term rehab, long-term care, and outpatient rehab. 
In this home, healing is not just about medical care. The center also promotes socialization and overall wellness by offering a range of fun and engaging activities and events, including movie nights, sporting events, bible studies, and exercise groups. The center’s continental breakfast and restaurant-style ambiance dining also elevate the everyday dining experience for its residents.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Oklahoma

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Oklahoma?

Assisted living in Oklahoma is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Oklahoma Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Oklahoma Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 43 nursing homes in Oklahoma. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Oklahoma?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Oklahoma, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Oklahoma?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.