Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Amarillo, Texas
2 of 12 nursing homes in Amarillo (17%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 4 caution · 6 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,363
across 12 facilities
High Risk Facilities
6
4 Grade F
$408,613 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/12
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Amarillo, Texas, is adequate but has some concerns, with only 17% of the 12 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that six facilities face significant fines totaling $385,910, indicating potential issues in care quality.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 AMARILLO MEDICAL LODGE (85) — Amarillo Medical Lodge boasts an impressive 5-star CMS rating, reflecting exceptional quality of care and services. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and a B+ grade, this facility prioritizes patient well-being, offering a supportive environment for its 102 residents. Its record of $0 fines underscores its commitment to maintaining high standards.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 FIVE POINTS NURSING AND REHABILITATION (70) — Five Points Nursing and Rehabilitation is recognized for its solid 4-star CMS rating, indicating quality care and services. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a B grade, this facility focuses on rehabilitation, providing effective support for its 120 residents while maintaining a record of $0 fines.
The other 10 Amarillo facilities didn't qualify — 6 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $408K.
Recommended
Amarillo Medical Lodge boasts an impressive 5-star CMS rating, reflecting exceptional quality of care and services. With a Trust Score of 85/100 and a B+ grade, this facility prioritizes patient well-being, offering a supportive environment for its 102 residents. Its record of $0 fines underscores its commitment to maintaining high standards.
Five Points Nursing and Rehabilitation is recognized for its solid 4-star CMS rating, indicating quality care and services. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a B grade, this facility focuses on rehabilitation, providing effective support for its 120 residents while maintaining a record of $0 fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Amarillo Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $408,613
- Low-scoring facilities
- 6 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Amarillo Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Amarillo's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 12 Amarillo facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Amarillo avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Amarillo facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Amarillo, TX are recommended?
2 of 12 nursing homes in Amarillo (17%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Amarillo "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Amarillo?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.