Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Erlanger, Kentucky
1 of 2 nursing homes in Erlanger (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Kentucky statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
240
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Erlanger, Kentucky, is adequate, with a total of 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should consider Villaspring of Erlanger, the top facility rated B+ with 4 stars, as it stands out without any fines, ensuring a solid choice for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 VILLASPRING OF ERLANGER (80) — Villaspring of Erlanger stands out with a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no recorded fines, this for-profit facility excels in providing quality care across its 140 beds, ensuring a supportive environment for residents.
The other 1 Erlanger facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Villaspring of Erlanger stands out with a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no recorded fines, this for-profit facility excels in providing quality care across its 140 beds, ensuring a supportive environment for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Erlanger Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Erlanger 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?"
Erlanger's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Erlanger facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Erlanger avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Erlanger 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 Erlanger, KY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Erlanger (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Erlanger "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 Erlanger?
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.