KOTZEBUE, Alaska · CMS Care Compare

UTUQQANAAT INAAT

4 of 5 · CMS overall rating

436 MISSION STREET, KOTZEBUE, AK 99752

Non profit - Corporation 18 certified beds All Alaska homes →

Data insights

UTUQQANAAT INAAT holds a CMS overall quality rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on the most recent Care Compare release (data as of 2026-04-01). CMS breaks this into three sub-ratings: health inspection (4/5), staffing (4/5), and quality measures (4/5). The health inspection rating reflects on-site surveyor findings from the last three cycles. The staffing rating compares case-mix-adjusted nurse hours per resident day to national benchmarks, and quality measures aggregate 15 clinical indicators including pressure ulcers, falls with injury, and long-stay antipsychotic use.

Located in KOTZEBUE, Alaska, this facility operates 18 certified beds with an average daily census of roughly 16 residents — an occupancy rate of about 89%. The facility is classified under non profit - corporation ownership, a designation that can influence staffing patterns, reinvestment decisions, and admissions policy. Ownership type, bed certification (Medicare, Medicaid, or both), and geographic setting are frequently-requested context points that families weigh alongside the star rating when evaluating long-term care options.

On the regulatory side, federal and state surveyors have documented a moderate number of deficiencies at this facility (8 total). CMS has levied no enforcement penalties over the equivalent window. Deficiencies are graded by scope and severity on CMS's F-tag scale, ranging from isolated, low-harm findings to widespread, immediate-jeopardy citations. Tracking deficiency volume alongside severity provides a more complete picture than star rating alone. Families considering this facility are encouraged to review the full inspection history on medicare.gov/care-compare and to request copies of the most recent survey reports directly from the administrator before making a placement decision.

The figures above come directly from the U.S. Centers for Medicare \& Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare dataset for federal quality ratings, combined with the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey of more than 15,000 elder-care providers nationwide and U.S. Census American Community Survey income data. Cost figures are monthly medians, refreshed annually with each new CareScout release; quality ratings are refreshed quarterly from the CMS Provider Information File. Read these state and county medians as benchmarks, then verify current rates with individual providers and consult care managers before making placement decisions. See our methodology for source vintage.

Facility details

Beds, residents, ownership, location, penalty and deficiency counts from CMS Care Compare.
Attribute Value
Beds 18
Residents 16
Ownership Non profit - Corporation
County Northwest Arctic
Penalties 0
Deficiencies 8

Source: CMS Care Compare Nursing Homes (data as of 2026-04-01)

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What is the quality rating for UTUQQANAAT INAAT?

UTUQQANAAT INAAT has an overall CMS quality rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5.

How much does a nursing home cost per month in Alaska?

The median cost for a semi-private nursing home room in Alaska is $27,831 per month ($333,975 annually). A private room averages N/A per month. Costs are from the CareScout 2025 survey.

What services does UTUQQANAAT INAAT offer?

UTUQQANAAT INAAT is a skilled nursing facility with 18 beds with approximately 16 current residents. It operates under non profit - corporation ownership. The facility has recorded 8 deficiencies and 0 penalties in CMS inspections.

Does UTUQQANAAT INAAT have any deficiencies or penalties?

UTUQQANAAT INAAT has multiple deficiencies (8 total) and 0 penalties recorded by CMS. Deficiencies are identified during federal and state inspections and can range from minor issues to serious safety concerns. Fewer deficiencies generally indicate better regulatory compliance.

What are the alternatives to a nursing home in Alaska?

In Alaska, alternatives include assisted living ($9,882/mo), home health aides ($7,245/mo), and adult day care ($3,792/mo). The right option depends on the level of medical care needed, budget, and personal preferences.

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Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Provider ID: 025035.

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