Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Parsons, Kansas
1 of 3 nursing homes in Parsons (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Kansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
133
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$84,954 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Parsons, Kansas, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 33% of the three facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated facility is Good Samaritan Society - Parsons, two others have accumulated a total of $84,954 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - PARSONS (90) — Good Samaritan Society - Parsons shines with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive excellent support in a nurturing environment. With no fines and a solid A grade, this facility stands out for its commitment to quality.
The other 2 Parsons facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $84K.
Recommended
Good Samaritan Society - Parsons shines with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive excellent support in a nurturing environment. With no fines and a solid A grade, this facility stands out for its commitment to quality.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Parsons Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 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
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $84,954
Questions Parsons 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?"
Parsons's city average is 2.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Parsons facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Parsons avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Parsons 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 Parsons, KS are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Parsons (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Parsons "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 Parsons?
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.