Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ponchatoula, Louisiana
1 of 1 nursing homes in Ponchatoula (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Louisiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
140
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is adequate, with one facility available and highly recommended at 100%. Families can feel confident in choosing Ponchatoula Community Care Center, which boasts a 5-star rating and no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 PONCHATOULA COMMUNITY CARE CENTER (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit, Ponchatoula Community Care Center focuses on community well-being and provides exceptional patient-centered care, making it a standout choice for residents seeking quality services.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit, Ponchatoula Community Care Center focuses on community well-being and provides exceptional patient-centered care, making it a standout choice for residents seeking quality services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ponchatoula Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Ponchatoula 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?"
Ponchatoula's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Ponchatoula facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ponchatoula avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula, LA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Ponchatoula (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ponchatoula "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 Ponchatoula?
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.