Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ripley, Mississippi
1 of 3 nursing homes in Ripley (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Mississippi statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
1.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
240
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$72,793 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ripley, Mississippi, is limited and not particularly favorable, with only one recommended facility out of three total. Families should be cautious, as two facilities have incurred a total of $72,793 in fines, highlighting potential concerns in care quality.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 TIPPAH COUNTY NURSING HOME (70) — Tippah County Nursing Home is a community-focused facility with a solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 40 beds and no fines, it offers a stable environment for residents, reflecting its commitment to quality care despite its 3★ CMS rating.
The other 2 Ripley facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $72K.
Recommended
Tippah County Nursing Home is a community-focused facility with a solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 40 beds and no fines, it offers a stable environment for residents, reflecting its commitment to quality care despite its 3★ CMS rating.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ripley Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 1.7 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
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $72,793
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Ripley 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?"
Ripley's city average is 1.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Ripley facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ripley avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ripley 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 Ripley, MS are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Ripley (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ripley "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 Ripley?
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.