Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Portsmouth, Ohio
2 of 5 nursing homes in Portsmouth (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
408
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Portsmouth, Ohio, is adequate, with 40% of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should note that Portsmouth Health and Rehab stands out with a B+ rating and 5-star reviews, while there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, indicating a generally stable environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PORTSMOUTH HEALTH AND REHAB (80) — Portsmouth Health and Rehab stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With zero fines and a B+ grade, this facility offers quality care in a well-staffed environment with 95 beds, making it a reliable choice for families seeking skilled nursing.
- 2 RIVER RUN HEALTHCARE OF PORTSMOUTH (80) — River Run Healthcare of Portsmouth boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this 25-bed facility provides personalized attention, ensuring residents receive the best support in a welcoming atmosphere.
The other 3 Portsmouth facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Portsmouth Health and Rehab stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With zero fines and a B+ grade, this facility offers quality care in a well-staffed environment with 95 beds, making it a reliable choice for families seeking skilled nursing.
River Run Healthcare of Portsmouth boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this 25-bed facility provides personalized attention, ensuring residents receive the best support in a welcoming atmosphere.
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 | Portsmouth Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Portsmouth 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?"
Portsmouth's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 5 Portsmouth facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Portsmouth avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, OH are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Portsmouth (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Portsmouth "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 Portsmouth?
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.