Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
2 of 22 nursing homes in Baton Rouge (9%) meet our strict criteria. The Louisiana statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 17 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,859
across 22 facilities
High Risk Facilities
17
14 Grade F
$1,890,686 in combined fines
Zero Fines
7
/22
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is adequate but concerning, with only 2 out of 22 facilities recommended. Families should note that 17 facilities face significant fines totaling $1,877,400, highlighting the importance of thorough research before choosing care options.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 BATON ROUGE GEN MED CTR, SNF (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting exceptional care standards. As a non-profit organization, Baton Rouge Gen Med Center prioritizes community health, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 OLLIE STEELE BURDEN MANOR (80) — Ollie Steele Burden Manor boasts a strong CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. This non-profit, church-related facility offers a welcoming community atmosphere with 174 beds, promoting both comfort and social engagement among residents.
The other 20 Baton Rouge facilities didn't qualify — 17 carry Grade D or F ratings and 15 have fines totaling $1.9M.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting exceptional care standards. As a non-profit organization, Baton Rouge Gen Med Center prioritizes community health, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive environment.
Ollie Steele Burden Manor boasts a strong CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. This non-profit, church-related facility offers a welcoming community atmosphere with 174 beds, promoting both comfort and social engagement among residents.
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 | Baton Rouge Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 20?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 14 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 15 Have fines totaling $1,890,686
- Low-scoring facilities
- 6 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Baton Rouge 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?"
Baton Rouge's city average is 2.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
15 of 22 Baton Rouge facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Baton Rouge avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge, LA are recommended?
2 of 22 nursing homes in Baton Rouge (9%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Baton Rouge "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 Baton Rouge?
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.