nursing home in Okemah, OK
Okemah Care Center
112 North Woody Guthrie, Okemah, OK 74859 · (918) 623-1126
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Okemah Care Center at a glance
Okemah Care Center is a 76-bed for-profit nursing home in Okemah, Oklahoma (Okfuskee County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Oklahoma average of 2.7.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 27, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Oklahoma average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.5% per year (state average 55.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 76
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 25, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Okfuskee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 375420
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.5% | 55.5% | 45.8% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 67.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $18,268 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 76 | 97 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 43 | 61 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.2% | 64% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6% | 4.7% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 4.7% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.5% | 17.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 6.8% | 1.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.7% | 13.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.9% | 13.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 3.3% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 3.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 13.4% | 25.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.1% | 17.1% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 94.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.5% | 91% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Oklahoma avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.6% | 75.8% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 27, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| February 27, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| December 27, 2024 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 4, 2023 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 7, 2024 | Payment Denial | 8 days from September 7, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUMPHREYS, DOUGLAS Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 09/11/2009 |
| OKEMAH CARE CENTER, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 09/11/2009 |
| BRANNON, LINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| BRANNON, LINDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Okemah Care Center's rating?
Okemah Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Oklahoma nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Okemah Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Oklahoma average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Okemah Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Okemah Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Okemah Care Center and how do I contact it?
Okemah Care Center is at 112 North Woody Guthrie, Okemah, OK 74859. Phone: (918) 623-1126.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.