Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lebanon, Pennsylvania
1 of 3 nursing homes in Lebanon (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
588
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 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 This One?
The nursing home market in Lebanon, Pennsylvania is adequate, with only one of the three facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Alpine Valley Post Acute and Healthcare Center, has a solid B+ rating, two facilities are in the avoid tier despite having no fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 ALPINE VALLEY POST ACUTE AND HEALTHCARE CENTER (80) — Alpine Valley Post Acute and Healthcare Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive environment.
The other 2 Lebanon facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Alpine Valley Post Acute and Healthcare Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lebanon Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Lebanon 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?"
Lebanon's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Lebanon facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lebanon avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lebanon 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 Lebanon, PA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Lebanon (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lebanon "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 Lebanon?
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.