Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Salt Lake City, Utah
3 of 16 nursing homes in Salt Lake City (19%) meet our strict criteria. The Utah statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 4 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,532
across 16 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
9 Grade F
$439,560 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/16
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Salt Lake City, Utah, is adequate, with 16 facilities and only 19% recommended. Families should be aware that 9 facilities have accumulated a total of $432,035 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research when choosing care options.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Monument Healthcare Millcreek (85) — Monument Healthcare Millcreek shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this facility offers exceptional care in a 120-bed setting, making it a top choice for those seeking quality nursing services in Salt Lake City.
- 2 William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home (83) — William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to veteran care. With 81 beds and no fines, this facility maintains a Grade B+, ensuring a supportive environment for residents in need.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 City Creek Post Acute (75) — City Creek Post Acute stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, offering quality care in a government-run facility. With a Grade B and no fines, this 108-bed center emphasizes rehabilitation and recovery, making it an excellent option for post-acute care.
The other 13 Salt Lake City facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 10 have fines totaling $439K.
Recommended
Monument Healthcare Millcreek shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. With zero fines and a Grade B+, this facility offers exceptional care in a 120-bed setting, making it a top choice for those seeking quality nursing services in Salt Lake City.
William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to veteran care. With 81 beds and no fines, this facility maintains a Grade B+, ensuring a supportive environment for residents in need.
City Creek Post Acute stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, offering quality care in a government-run facility. With a Grade B and no fines, this 108-bed center emphasizes rehabilitation and recovery, making it an excellent option for post-acute care.
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 | Salt Lake City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 13?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 9 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 10 Have fines totaling $439,560
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Salt Lake City 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?"
Salt Lake City's city average is 2.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
10 of 16 Salt Lake City facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Salt Lake City avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Salt Lake City facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Salt Lake City, UT are recommended?
3 of 16 nursing homes in Salt Lake City (19%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Salt Lake City "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 Salt Lake City?
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.