Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in New Orleans, Louisiana
1 of 11 nursing homes in New Orleans (9%) meet our strict criteria. The Louisiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 8 avoid · data
City Average
1.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,485
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
8
7 Grade F
$1,272,630 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in New Orleans is relatively weak, with only 1 out of 11 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 8 facilities have incurred a total of $1,227,327 in fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration when choosing a care option.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 JOHN J HAINKEL JR HOME AND REHABILITATION CENTER (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, John J Hainkel Jr Home and Rehabilitation Center prioritizes community-focused care, providing a safe and nurturing environment for its 142 residents.
The other 10 New Orleans facilities didn't qualify — 8 carry Grade D or F ratings and 7 have fines totaling $1.3M.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, John J Hainkel Jr Home and Rehabilitation Center prioritizes community-focused care, providing a safe and nurturing environment for its 142 residents.
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 | New Orleans Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 1.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 7 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 7 Have fines totaling $1,272,630
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions New Orleans 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?"
New Orleans's city average is 1.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
7 of 11 New Orleans facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; New Orleans avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
New Orleans facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
Houston has strong options, but nearby cities add even more choices
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 New Orleans, LA are recommended?
1 of 11 nursing homes in New Orleans (9%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in New Orleans "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 New Orleans?
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.