Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pocahontas, Arkansas
1 of 2 nursing homes in Pocahontas (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Arkansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
237
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$14,015 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 Pocahontas, Arkansas, is limited with only 2 facilities, of which 1 is recommended. Families should be aware that while Randolph County Nursing Home has a solid 4-star rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $14,015, warranting caution.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 RANDOLPH COUNTY NURSING HOME (75) — Randolph County Nursing Home boasts a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a solid Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this county government facility prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring a supportive environment for its 140 residents.
The other 1 Pocahontas facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $14K.
Recommended
Randolph County Nursing Home boasts a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a solid Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this county government facility prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring a supportive environment for its 140 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pocahontas Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 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
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $14,015
Questions Pocahontas 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?"
Pocahontas's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Pocahontas facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pocahontas avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pocahontas 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 Pocahontas, AR are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Pocahontas (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pocahontas "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 Pocahontas?
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.