Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Gadsden, Alabama
2 of 3 nursing homes in Gadsden (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Alabama statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
492
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Gadsden, Alabama is adequate, with 3 total facilities and 2 recommended options, reflecting a 67% approval rate. Families should consider MCGUFFEY HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER, the top facility with a B+ rating and 4 stars, as a reliable choice for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 MCGUFFEY HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER (80) — With a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS rating of 4 stars, McGuffey Health & Rehabilitation Center excels in providing quality care with no fines. The facility's Grade B+ reflects its commitment to patient satisfaction and safety, making it a recommended choice for rehabilitation needs.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 GADSDEN HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER (70) — Gadsden Health and Rehab Center offers a strong Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3 stars, ensuring a reliable standard of care. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility prioritizes patient well-being and provides a welcoming environment for recovery.
The other 1 Gadsden facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
With a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS rating of 4 stars, McGuffey Health & Rehabilitation Center excels in providing quality care with no fines. The facility's Grade B+ reflects its commitment to patient satisfaction and safety, making it a recommended choice for rehabilitation needs.
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center offers a strong Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3 stars, ensuring a reliable standard of care. With zero fines and a Grade B, this facility prioritizes patient well-being and provides a welcoming environment for recovery.
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 | Gadsden Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.3 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 Gadsden 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?"
Gadsden's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Gadsden facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Gadsden avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Gadsden 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 Gadsden, AL are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Gadsden (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Gadsden "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 Gadsden?
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.