Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bellefontaine, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Bellefontaine (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
209
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Bellefontaine, Ohio, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a need for careful consideration. Families should note that the top-rated facility, LOGAN ACRES, has a solid B rating with 4 stars, but overall options are scarce.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 LOGAN ACRES (73) — Logan Acres shines with its solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Grade B, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and no fines, this county-operated facility emphasizes community focus, providing personalized services in a welcoming environment for its 110 residents.
The other 1 Bellefontaine facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Logan Acres shines with its solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Grade B, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and no fines, this county-operated facility emphasizes community focus, providing personalized services in a welcoming environment for its 110 residents.
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 | Bellefontaine Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.5 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Bellefontaine 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?"
Bellefontaine's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Bellefontaine facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bellefontaine avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bellefontaine 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 Bellefontaine, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Bellefontaine (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bellefontaine "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 Bellefontaine?
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.