Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Fort Payne, Alabama
1 of 1 nursing homes in Fort Payne (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Alabama statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
123
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 Fort Payne, Alabama is adequate, with one facility that comes highly recommended. Families can feel confident in choosing CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF FT PAYNE, which has a 5-star rating and no issues with fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF FT PAYNE (93) — Crowne Health Care of Ft Payne boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars. With a Grade A and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents and their families.
Recommended
Crowne Health Care of Ft Payne boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars. With a Grade A and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents and their families.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Fort Payne 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 Fort Payne 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?"
Fort Payne's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Fort Payne facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Fort Payne avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Fort Payne 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 Fort Payne, AL are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Fort Payne (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Fort Payne "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 Fort Payne?
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.