Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Banner Elk, North Carolina
1 of 1 nursing homes in Banner Elk (100%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
118
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 Banner Elk, North Carolina, is adequate, with one facility—Life Care Center of Banner Elk—recommended and rated highly at 5 stars. Families can feel confident in their choice, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, ensuring a good standard of care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Life Care Center of Banner Elk (93) — Life Care Center of Banner Elk boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and holds a prestigious CMS 5★ rating, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident well-being, offering a comfortable environment with 118 beds dedicated to personalized nursing services.
Recommended
Life Care Center of Banner Elk boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and holds a prestigious CMS 5★ rating, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident well-being, offering a comfortable environment with 118 beds dedicated to personalized nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Banner Elk Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Banner Elk Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
-
1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Banner Elk's city average is 5.0 stars
-
2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Banner Elk facilities have fines
-
3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Banner Elk avg is 0 min
-
4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Banner Elk facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
Houston has strong options, but nearby cities add even more choices
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 Banner Elk, NC are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Banner Elk (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Banner Elk "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 Banner Elk?
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.