Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Cynthiana, Kentucky
1 of 3 nursing homes in Cynthiana (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Kentucky statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
175
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$34,409 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Cynthiana, Kentucky, is adequate but has noticeable concerns, with only one of the three facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities carry a total of $34,409 in fines, indicating potential quality issues.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CEDAR RIDGE HEALTH CAMPUS (93) — Cedar Ridge Health Campus shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable setting, making it a top choice for those seeking reliable nursing home services.
The other 2 Cynthiana facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $34K.
Recommended
Cedar Ridge Health Campus shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable setting, making it a top choice for those seeking reliable nursing home services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Cynthiana Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $34,409
Questions Cynthiana 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?"
Cynthiana's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Cynthiana facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Cynthiana avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Cynthiana 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 Cynthiana, KY are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Cynthiana (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Cynthiana "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 Cynthiana?
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.