Worth Considering
6
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
6 of 8 nursing homes in Bethlehem (75%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
6 recommended · 2 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
981
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$3,387 in combined fines
Zero Fines
7
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 6?
The nursing home market in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is strong with 8 facilities, of which 6 are recommended. Families can feel confident in their choices, as the top-rated facility, Good Shepherd Home-Bethlehem, boasts an A rating and 5 stars, with no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GOOD SHEPHERD HOME-BETHLEHEM (93) — Good Shepherd Home-Bethlehem boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect CMS 5-star rating, reflecting their commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit organization, they focus on the community's needs, providing a nurturing environment in their 60-bed facility with no fines.
- 2 HOLY FAMILY MANOR (90) — Holy Family Manor stands out with a Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent CMS 5-star rating, ensuring high-quality care for residents. This church-related non-profit facility with 208 beds emphasizes community involvement and support, making it an ideal choice for compassionate care.
- 3 Kirkland Village (90) — Kirkland Village shines with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a CMS 5-star rating, indicating top-tier care and resident satisfaction. As a non-profit organization, they prioritize community-focused services in their 60-bed facility, ensuring residents receive personalized attention.
- 4 MORAVIAN VILLAGE OF BETHLEHEM (90) — Moravian Village of Bethlehem scores a Trust Score of 90/100 with a 5-star CMS rating, showcasing their commitment to excellent care. This non-profit facility with 93 beds focuses on community engagement and support, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 5 COUNTRY MEADOWS NURSING CENTER OF BETHLEHEM (80) — Country Meadows Nursing Center of Bethlehem excels with a 5-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, providing quality care in a for-profit environment. With 70 beds available and no fines, they offer a reliable option for skilled nursing services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 6 BETHLEHEM NORTH SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION (75) — Bethlehem North Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has a Trust Score of 75/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, indicating good quality care. This for-profit facility with 217 beds offers a range of services, making it a viable choice for those seeking rehabilitation and skilled nursing.
The other 2 Bethlehem facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $3K.
Recommended
Good Shepherd Home-Bethlehem boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect CMS 5-star rating, reflecting their commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit organization, they focus on the community's needs, providing a nurturing environment in their 60-bed facility with no fines.
Holy Family Manor stands out with a Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent CMS 5-star rating, ensuring high-quality care for residents. This church-related non-profit facility with 208 beds emphasizes community involvement and support, making it an ideal choice for compassionate care.
Kirkland Village shines with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a CMS 5-star rating, indicating top-tier care and resident satisfaction. As a non-profit organization, they prioritize community-focused services in their 60-bed facility, ensuring residents receive personalized attention.
Moravian Village of Bethlehem scores a Trust Score of 90/100 with a 5-star CMS rating, showcasing their commitment to excellent care. This non-profit facility with 93 beds focuses on community engagement and support, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents.
Country Meadows Nursing Center of Bethlehem excels with a 5-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, providing quality care in a for-profit environment. With 70 beds available and no fines, they offer a reliable option for skilled nursing services.
B
75
Trust Score
Bethlehem North Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has a Trust Score of 75/100 and a solid CMS 4-star rating, indicating good quality care. This for-profit facility with 217 beds offers a range of services, making it a viable choice for those seeking rehabilitation and skilled nursing.
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 | Bethlehem Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $3,387
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Bethlehem 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?"
Bethlehem's city average is 4.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 8 Bethlehem facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bethlehem avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem, PA are recommended?
6 of 8 nursing homes in Bethlehem (75%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bethlehem "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 Bethlehem?
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.