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Our editorial team analyzed 49 nursing homes in OK using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OK
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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 TableAL (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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other OK nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 49 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Epworth Villa Health Services in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, 24-hour skilled nursing, and long-term nursing home care. Independent living offers private homes paired with community perks, while assisted living helps with personal tasks such as bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Memory care takes place in a dedicated, secure setting, allowing residents to transition to higher care levels without relocating to a new property.
Administrator Barbara Harter oversees the 130-bed community. Daily staffing logs show an average of 4 hours and 50 minutes of direct nursing time per resident. Clinical support includes a staff physician, short-term rehabilitation, and temporary respite stays. Community policies allow residents to live with their pets, and payment options cover private pay along with Medicare for short-term post-hospital recovery.
Prospective residents looking for senior living options can reach out to Epworth Villa Health Services to ask about current openings, discuss payment details, or schedule a tour.
Bellevue Health & Rehab Center in Oklahoma City, OK, combines nursing home care and skilled nursing with hospice care and palliative care in one location. Skilled nursing provides licensed nurses to residents requiring ongoing clinical care. Hospice and palliative care both focus on comfort and symptom management, with palliative care complementing treatment and hospice stepping in when treatment ceases.
Therapy includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as rehabilitation for cardiac, orthopedic, post-surgical, and stroke recovery for individuals healing from those conditions. IV therapy and pain management complete the clinical services.
The facility contains 142 beds, and each resident’s day averages 4 hours and 42 minutes of nursing care. Medicaid covers extended care for eligible residents, Medicare pays for short-term skilled care following a hospital discharge, and individuals can also use personal funds for payment. The fit is an individual whose requirements necessitate clinical assistance, be it through nursing, therapy, or comfort care.
Forest Hills Care and Rehab is a 159 bed nursing home in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, offering skilled nursing and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
With more residents, the community generally has more staff and more programming than a smaller community. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 12 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.
Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay. Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while private pay allows direct payment. Private rooms offer a single person space; semi private rooms are shared.
Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational and speech therapy, addressing movement, daily activities and communication during care. Programs also include IV therapy, advanced wound care, tube feeding and diabetic care, and the dining room accommodates special dietary needs. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing, short term rehabilitation or respite care.
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.
Bradford Village Healthcare Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Edmond, Oklahoma. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while therapy and rehabilitation services support residents working toward recovery. The combination may suit a resident who needs ongoing nursing care alongside rehabilitation services.
The community has 55 beds. Its smaller size can give staff and residents more opportunity to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 24 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Staffing is available around the clock, and a doctor is on staff.
Skilled therapy and medical transportation are available, so residents can receive therapy in the care setting and use transportation for medical needs. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage options or the ability to pay directly. Astrid Chatham serves as the administrator.
St. Ann’s Skilled Nursing & Therapy offers nursing home and skilled nursing care in Oklahoma City, OK. Located in the Eagle Hill neighborhood, the home has licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care in a residential setting.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay; private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 27 minutes per resident each day, representing the amount of nursing time available to each resident across a full day.
Enjoy unrivaled care and support with the outstanding senior living community of Wilshire Nursing Skilled and Therapy in East Wilshire Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK providing nursing services and therapy. The community features a variety of care services including cardiac, catheter, and colostomy care, diabetes management, and wound care, among others. Let go of your woes with a team of competent and highly trained professionals attending to your special needs and aspirations.
Fill your days with happiness and keep an active lifestyle through enjoyable activities and exciting events. Prioritizing residents’ dietary needs and tastes, the community prepares healthy and delicious meals approved by dietitians. Wilshire Nursing Skilled and Therapy strives to improve seniors’ well-being with excellent services and extensive amenities.
Aspen Health and Rehab located in Broken Arrow, OK, provides skilled nursing and nursing home care. Respite care is included in its offerings too.
The nursing home section is for individuals requiring ongoing care in a residential setting. Skilled nursing indicates that a licensed nurse is present during every shift. Respite allows a resident to stay temporarily while the usual caregiver is away or recovering, providing the family with short-term assistance.
The residence features 126 beds located in private and semi-private rooms, allowing a resident to either occupy a room independently or share it. Rehabilitation includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Staffing provides an average of 5 hours and 12 minutes of nursing care daily for each resident.
Both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted, along with private payment options. Medicare covers skilled care for a short period following a hospital discharge. Medicaid serves as the option when savings are limited and the duration extends, while private pay addresses what is left for the family.
Gran Gran’s Place in Yukon, OK, is a nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind in retirement. Residents also experience a worry-free retirement, with round-the-clock care, nutritious meals, and recreational programs. Through individualized care plans, the community ensures older adults receive the utmost attention and care to recover and return to their routines with ease.
Themed events, games, and a variety of recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and live actively. Lively gathering areas and cozy rooms are also available, so residents can rest and connect with their surroundings. Residents also have quick access to their necessities and leisure, with a bank, restaurants, shops, and a pharmacy in the area. This nursing home has exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Oklahoma.
Bradbury Commons in Ponca City, Oklahoma, provides independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Residential options range from private housing for independent seniors to assisted living support for daily routines like bathing, dressing, and medication management. Rehabilitation therapy assists residents during recovery, and administrator Adam Young oversees daily operations across this 95-bed facility.
Community life centers around accessible local options, supported by a walk score of 65 that allows residents to run select daily errands nearby on foot. Financial arrangements accept Medicare and direct private payments.
Interested families considering care options in Ponca City can reach out to Bradbury Commons to learn more about specific care programs, confirm bed availability, or arrange a guided walk-through.
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Nursing Homes in Oklahoma at a glance
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:2.5/ 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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