Alaska · CMS Data August 2026
Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Alaska
Where Are the Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Alaska?
CMS Care Compare lists 9 nursing homes rated 4 or 5 stars overall by CMS in Alaska, out of 20 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Homer (1), Juneau (1) and Kotzebue (1). 7 hold the top rating of 5 stars.
- Matching homes
- 9
- All homes in Alaska
- 20
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 9
- Average overall stars
- 4.8
How this list is made: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 75 stars overall
- 74+ stars for inspections
- 74+ stars for staffing
- 8No fines or payment denials
- 3Antipsychotic use below the national median
- 4Nonprofit
All 9, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg Medical Center Ltc | Petersburg | 5 | 5 | 4 | |
| South Peninsula Hospital Ltc | Homer | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Maple Springs of Wasilla | Wasilla | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Quyanna Care Center | Nome | 5 | 4 | 5 | |
| Searhc Sitka Long Term Care | Sitka | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Utuqqanaat Inaat | Kotzebue | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Wrangell Medical Center Ltc | Wrangell | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Heritage Place | Soldotna | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Wildflower Court | Juneau | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Homer | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Juneau | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Kotzebue | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Nome | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Petersburg | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Sitka | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Soldotna | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Wasilla | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Wrangell | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read how CMS star ratings work. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Alaska. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Alaska: nursing homes that accept medicaid in Alaska, nonprofit nursing homes in Alaska, nursing homes with low antipsychotic use in Alaska.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Highest-Rated Nursing Homes Are in Alaska?
9 of the 20 CMS-certified nursing homes in Alaska meet this rule: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Which Highest-Rated Nursing Home in Alaska Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Petersburg Medical Center Ltc in Petersburg (5 stars), South Peninsula Hospital Ltc in Homer (5 stars) and Maple Springs of Wasilla in Wasilla (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Alaska?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Alaska's The Office of Long Term Care Ombudsman can answer questions about residents' rights.