Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Anniston, Alabama
1 of 2 nursing homes in Anniston (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Alabama statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
236
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$11,057 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Anniston, Alabama, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and only 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while Anniston Health and Rehab Services has a decent rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $11,057, indicating potential concerns.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ANNISTON HEALTH AND REHAB SERVICES (70) — Anniston Health and Rehab Services shines with a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, showcasing their commitment to quality care. With a CMS rating of 3★ and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive compassionate and personalized attention in a welcoming environment.
The other 1 Anniston facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $11K.
Recommended
Anniston Health and Rehab Services shines with a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, showcasing their commitment to quality care. With a CMS rating of 3★ and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive compassionate and personalized attention in a welcoming environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Anniston Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $11,057
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Anniston 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?"
Anniston's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Anniston facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Anniston avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Anniston 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 Anniston, AL are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Anniston (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Anniston "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 Anniston?
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.