Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Butler, Indiana
1 of 1 nursing homes in Butler (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
101
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Butler, Indiana, is adequate, with one facility available that meets recommendations. Families can feel confident in choosing the top-rated Laurels of Dekalb, which boasts a 5-star rating and has no fines, ensuring a reliable care option.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LAURELS OF DEKALB (90) — The Laurels of Dekalb stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a perfect 5★ CMS rating. The facility boasts an A grade and has maintained a clean record with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for quality care in a for-profit setting.
Recommended
The Laurels of Dekalb stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a perfect 5★ CMS rating. The facility boasts an A grade and has maintained a clean record with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for quality care in a for-profit setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Butler Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Butler 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?"
Butler's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Butler facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Butler avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Butler 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 Butler, IN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Butler (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Butler "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 Butler?
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.