Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Destin, Florida
1 of 1 nursing homes in Destin (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
119
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 Destin, Florida, is adequate, with a single recommended facility, Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center, earning a B+ rating and five stars. Families should note that there are no fines or facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, indicating a stable environment for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 DESTINATION HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER (80) — Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center shines with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With a Grade B+ and no federal fines, this for-profit facility focuses on quality care and rehabilitation, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable support for their loved ones.
Recommended
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center shines with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With a Grade B+ and no federal fines, this for-profit facility focuses on quality care and rehabilitation, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable support for their loved ones.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Destin 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 Destin 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?"
Destin's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Destin facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Destin avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Destin 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 Destin, FL are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Destin (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Destin "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 Destin?
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.