Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bristol, Virginia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Bristol (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
210
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 Bristol, Virginia, is limited with only 2 facilities available, of which 1 is recommended. Families should note that the top facility, NHC Healthcare, Bristol, has a strong rating of 5 stars, indicating quality care despite the overall scarcity of options.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 NHC HEALTHCARE, BRISTOL (75) — NHC Healthcare, Bristol shines with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care for its 120 residents, making it a reliable choice for those seeking attentive nursing services.
The other 1 Bristol facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
NHC Healthcare, Bristol shines with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care for its 120 residents, making it a reliable choice for those seeking attentive nursing services.
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 | Bristol Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 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 Bristol 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?"
Bristol's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Bristol facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bristol avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bristol 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 Bristol, VA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Bristol (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bristol "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 Bristol?
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.