Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Paola, Kansas
1 of 2 nursing homes in Paola (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Kansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
123
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$78,225 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Paola, Kansas, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 2 facilities available. Families should be aware that while one facility, North Point Skilled Nursing Center, is highly rated, there is also one facility with significant fines totaling $78,225.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 NORTH POINT SKILLED NURSING CENTER (90) — North Point Skilled Nursing Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in a well-staffed environment, making it a top choice for skilled nursing services.
The other 1 Paola facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $78K.
Recommended
North Point Skilled Nursing Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in a well-staffed environment, making it a top choice for skilled nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Paola Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 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
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $78,225
Questions Paola 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?"
Paola's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Paola facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Paola avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Paola 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 Paola, KS are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Paola (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Paola "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 Paola?
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.