Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hazard, Kentucky
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hazard (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Kentucky statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
291
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
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 Hazard, Kentucky is adequate, with two facilities available and one recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Paul E Patton Eastern KY Veterans Center, boasts an A+ rating, there is one facility to avoid due to its fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 PAUL E PATTON EASTERN KY VETERANS CENTER (95) — With a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an A+ grade, the Paul E Patton Eastern KY Veterans Center stands out for its exceptional care standards. The facility boasts a remarkable Trust Score of 95/100 and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring a safe environment for its 91 residents. As a state government facility, it emphasizes community-focused care for veterans.
The other 1 Hazard facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
With a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an A+ grade, the Paul E Patton Eastern KY Veterans Center stands out for its exceptional care standards. The facility boasts a remarkable Trust Score of 95/100 and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring a safe environment for its 91 residents. As a state government facility, it emphasizes community-focused care for veterans.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hazard Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
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
Questions Hazard 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?"
Hazard's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Hazard facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hazard avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hazard 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 Hazard, KY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hazard (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hazard "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 Hazard?
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.