Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hialeah, Florida
3 of 4 nursing homes in Hialeah (75%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
606
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Hialeah, Florida, is adequate, with 75% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Palmetto Care Center and Rehab, which boasts a 5-star rating, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 PALMETTO CARE CENTER AND REHAB (93) — Palmetto Care Center and Rehab stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 93/100 and no fines, this 90-bed facility provides a safe and nurturing environment for residents, making it a top choice in Hialeah.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 NSPIRE HEALTHCARE MIAMI LAKES (80) — Nspire Healthcare Miami Lakes boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a B+ grade, demonstrating its dedication to resident satisfaction. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and no fines, this 120-bed facility offers a well-rounded approach to care, ensuring that residents receive attentive support in a comfortable setting.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 SUSANNA WESLEY HEALTH CENTER (75) — Susanna Wesley Health Center features a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a B grade, highlighting its efforts to provide quality healthcare. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and no fines, this 120-bed facility is focused on delivering compassionate care, making it a reliable option for families in Hialeah.
The other 1 Hialeah facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Palmetto Care Center and Rehab stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 93/100 and no fines, this 90-bed facility provides a safe and nurturing environment for residents, making it a top choice in Hialeah.
Nspire Healthcare Miami Lakes boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a B+ grade, demonstrating its dedication to resident satisfaction. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and no fines, this 120-bed facility offers a well-rounded approach to care, ensuring that residents receive attentive support in a comfortable setting.
Susanna Wesley Health Center features a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a B grade, highlighting its efforts to provide quality healthcare. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and no fines, this 120-bed facility is focused on delivering compassionate care, making it a reliable option for families in Hialeah.
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 | Hialeah Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 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 Hialeah 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?"
Hialeah's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 4 Hialeah facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hialeah avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hialeah 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 Hialeah, FL are recommended?
3 of 4 nursing homes in Hialeah (75%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hialeah "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 Hialeah?
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.