Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Balch Springs, Texas
1 of 1 nursing homes in Balch Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Balch Springs, Texas, is limited but offers a recommended facility, Balch Springs Nursing Home, which holds a B rating and 4 stars. Families should be aware that there are no facilities with fines, indicating a focus on quality care despite the market's restricted options.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 BALCH SPRINGS NURSING HOME (75) — Balch Springs Nursing Home excels with a strong CMS rating of 4 stars and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a reliable choice for residents.
Recommended
Balch Springs Nursing Home excels with a strong CMS rating of 4 stars and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a reliable choice for residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Balch Springs 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 | — |
Questions Balch Springs Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Balch Springs's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Balch Springs facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Balch Springs avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs, TX are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Balch Springs (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Balch Springs "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 Balch Springs?
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.