Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Blackfoot, Idaho
1 of 2 nursing homes in Blackfoot (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Idaho statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
112
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$13,923 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Blackfoot, Idaho, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and only 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Bingham Memorial Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, has a good rating, it falls into a caution tier due to fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 BINGHAM MEMORIAL SKILLED NURSING & REHABILITATION (70) — Bingham Memorial Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation stands out with its CMS 4-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 70/100. This non-profit facility provides a community-focused approach to care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a safe and supportive environment.
The other 1 Blackfoot facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $13K.
Recommended
Bingham Memorial Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation stands out with its CMS 4-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 70/100. This non-profit facility provides a community-focused approach to care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a safe and supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Blackfoot Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.5 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $13,923
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Blackfoot 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?"
Blackfoot's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Blackfoot facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Blackfoot avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Blackfoot 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 Blackfoot, ID are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Blackfoot (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Blackfoot "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 Blackfoot?
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.