Pocatello, ID · 113 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Pocatello's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,900–$10,970/mo
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Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello
1957 Alvin Ricken Drive, Pocatello, ID 83201 · Bannock County
We proudly serve Idaho’s veterans and their families through expert advocacy, benefits and education support, qualitylong-term care, and dignified interment services.
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Pocatello
Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Pocatello, ID, with 66 certified beds and an average of about 53 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.67 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.03 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Pocatello for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 66
- Avg. residents/day
- 53
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 135132
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,900–$10,970/mo (median $9,670) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Pocatello prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.67
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 44.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-07
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-07Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-08-07Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Library
Location
1957 Alvin Ricken Drive, Pocatello, ID
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello
How much does Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello cost?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pocatello, ID area typically runs $8,900–$10,970 per month (median $9,670, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello?
Staff provide about 5.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello have availability?
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello offer?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Pocatello in Pocatello, ID offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 66 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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