Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Chipley, Florida
1 of 2 nursing homes in Chipley (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
214
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$11,184 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 Chipley, Florida, is limited, with only two facilities available and one recommended, indicating a need for careful consideration. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Northwest Florida Community Hospital (SNU), has a good rating, there is one facility in the caution tier due to fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (SNU) (70) — Northwest Florida Community Hospital stands out with a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care for its 34 residents, making it a reliable choice for families seeking nursing home services.
The other 1 Chipley facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $11K.
Recommended
Northwest Florida Community Hospital stands out with a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care for its 34 residents, making it a reliable choice for families seeking nursing home services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Chipley 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 $11,184
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Chipley 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?"
Chipley'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 Chipley facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Chipley avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Chipley 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 Chipley, FL are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Chipley (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Chipley "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 Chipley?
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.