Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Columbus, Indiana
2 of 5 nursing homes in Columbus (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
438
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$8,824 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Columbus, Indiana, is adequate, with 40% of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Four Seasons Retirement Center (A, 5★) while noting that there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, indicating a generally safe environment.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 FOUR SEASONS RETIREMENT CENTER (90) — Four Seasons Retirement Center is a standout 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a nurturing environment with no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 HICKORY CREEK AT COLUMBUS (88) — Hickory Creek at Columbus shines with its 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100, backed by a B+ grade. This government-owned facility prioritizes quality care, maintaining a fine-free record, and offers a supportive atmosphere for its 36 residents.
The other 3 Columbus facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $8K.
Recommended
Four Seasons Retirement Center is a standout 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a nurturing environment with no fines reported.
Hickory Creek at Columbus shines with its 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100, backed by a B+ grade. This government-owned facility prioritizes quality care, maintaining a fine-free record, and offers a supportive atmosphere for its 36 residents.
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 | Columbus Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $8,824
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Columbus 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?"
Columbus's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 5 Columbus facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Columbus avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Columbus 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 Columbus, IN are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Columbus (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Columbus "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 Columbus?
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.