Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Kuttawa, Kentucky
1 of 2 nursing homes in Kuttawa (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Kentucky statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
105
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 Kuttawa, Kentucky, is limited with only 2 facilities, of which only 1 is recommended. Families should consider River's Bend Retirement Community, the top-rated option, but remain cautious as the overall quality is not robust, and 1 facility has zero total fines but is still in the avoid tier.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 RIVER'S BEND RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (70) — River's Bend Retirement Community shines with a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a commendable Grade B. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining a CMS 3-star rating with no fines.
The other 1 Kuttawa facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
River's Bend Retirement Community shines with a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a commendable Grade B. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 40 residents, all while maintaining a CMS 3-star rating with no fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Kuttawa Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 2.5 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 Kuttawa 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?"
Kuttawa's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Kuttawa facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Kuttawa avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Kuttawa 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 Kuttawa, KY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Kuttawa (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Kuttawa "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 Kuttawa?
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.