Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Arkadelphia, Arkansas
1 of 2 nursing homes in Arkadelphia (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Arkansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
172
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$12,335 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 Arkadelphia, Arkansas, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and 1 recommended, indicating a need for careful consideration. Families should note that the top facility, Nightingale at Arkadelphia, received a solid B rating and 4 stars, but options are scarce.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 NIGHTINGALE AT ARKADELPHIA (70) — Nightingale at Arkadelphia shines with its impressive CMS 4-star rating, showcasing quality care and a commitment to resident well-being. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this facility offers a safe and supportive environment for its 100 residents, making it a reliable choice for families.
The other 1 Arkadelphia facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $12K.
Recommended
Nightingale at Arkadelphia shines with its impressive CMS 4-star rating, showcasing quality care and a commitment to resident well-being. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this facility offers a safe and supportive environment for its 100 residents, making it a reliable choice for families.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Arkadelphia Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
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 $12,335
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Arkadelphia 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?"
Arkadelphia's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Arkadelphia facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Arkadelphia avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Arkadelphia facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Arkadelphia, AR are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Arkadelphia (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Arkadelphia "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 Arkadelphia?
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.