Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Salem, Virginia
1 of 3 nursing homes in Salem (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
397
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
0 Grade F
$28,329 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 Salem, Virginia, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 33% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while Snyder Nursing Home stands out with a top rating, two facilities have accumulated a total of $28,329 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SNYDER NURSING HOME (90) — Snyder Nursing Home shines with a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, underscoring its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive compassionate and personalized attention.
The other 2 Salem facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $28K.
Recommended
Snyder Nursing Home shines with a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, underscoring its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive compassionate and personalized attention.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Salem Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $28,329
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Salem 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?"
Salem's city average is 3.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Salem facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Salem avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Salem 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 Salem, VA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Salem (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Salem "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 Salem?
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.