Quick answers
- Where is Nowata Nursing Center?
- 436 South Joe, Nowata, OK 74048, in Nowata County, Oklahoma.
- What is the phone number of Nowata Nursing Center?
- (918) 273-2236, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Nowata Nursing Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Nowata Nursing Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Nowata Nursing Center.
- What did inspectors find at Nowata Nursing Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (May 26, 2021 to January 30, 2026), Medicare lists 18 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (May 26, 2021 to January 30, 2026), Nowata Nursing Center had 18 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.80 hours per resident per day; the Oklahoma average is 3.82 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: November 21, 2024 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 21, 2024 (standard health inspection); January 30, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0851 Level F
“Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.”
F0582 Level E
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0758 Level E
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0623 Level D
“Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.”
F0625 Level D
“Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.”
Previous cycle: August 3, 2023 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: August 3, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
Earlier cycle: May 26, 2021 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 26, 2021 (standard health inspection).
Show 9 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0576 Level E
“Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.”
F0636 Level E
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
F0640 Level E
“Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0725 Level E
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0727 Level E
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
F0756 Level E
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (7)
K0347 Level E
“Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0161 Level E
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0362 Level E
“Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.”
K0372 Level E
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Oklahoma | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.49 | 0.34 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.94 | 0.92 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.38 | 2.55 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.80 | 3.82 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.74 | 3.44 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.35 | 0.27 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 62.3% | 55.4% | 45.3% |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 7 nursing homes: Oklahoma Nursing Homes, LTD..
Legal business name: Nowata LTC LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (10)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Nursing Homes, LLC | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Cheek, Barnie | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Cheek, Sandra | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Estep, Patsy | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Haskins, Lloyd | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Mcgrew, Justin | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Tubbs, Steven | Direct owner | — | July 1, 2024 |
| Brown, Jack | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2024 |
| Oklahoma Nursing Homes, Inc. | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | December 11, 2024 |
| Oklahoma Nursing Homes, LTD | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | December 11, 2024 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 65 |
| Average residents per day | 33.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Oklahoma Nursing Homes, LTD. |
| Legal business name | Nowata LTC LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1998-10-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 436 South Joe, Nowata, OK 74048 |
| County | Nowata County |
| State | Oklahoma |
| Phone | (918) 273‑2236 |
| CMS Certification Number | 375354 |
| Name in Medicare records | NOWATA NURSING CENTER |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Osage Nursing Home, LLC0.3 mi · Nowata, OK · 2 of 5 stars
- Ignite Medical Resort Adams Parc15 mi · Bartlesville, OK · 5 of 5 stars
- Heritage Villa Care & Rehab Center16 mi · Bartlesville, OK · 3 of 5 stars
- Bartlesville Health and Rehabilitation Community17 mi · Bartlesville, OK · 2 of 5 stars
- Forrest Manor Nursing Center18 mi · Dewey, OK · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Ascension St John Nowata1.1 mi · Nowata, OK · Critical Access Hospital
- Ascension St John Jane Phillips16 mi · Bartlesville, OK · Acute Care Hospital
- Coffeyville Regional Medical Center, Inc24 mi · Coffeyville, KS · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13