Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Spokane, Washington
4 of 14 nursing homes in Spokane (29%) meet our strict criteria. The Washington statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 2 caution · 8 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,413
across 14 facilities
High Risk Facilities
8
7 Grade F
$947,238 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/14
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in Spokane, Washington, is strong, with 14 facilities available and 29% recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Regency at Northpointe, has a B+ rating and 5 stars, there are 8 facilities with a total of $937,927 in fines to avoid.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 REGENCY AT NORTHPOINTE (80) — Regency at Northpointe shines with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. This facility offers 120 beds and maintains a B+ grade, showcasing its commitment to quality care with no fines reported.
- 2 SUNSHINE HEALTH & REHAB (80) — Sunshine Health & Rehab stands out with a perfect CMS 5-star rating and a commendable Trust Score of 80/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it has maintained a B+ grade and zero fines, reflecting its dedication to providing quality care in a smaller setting of 37 beds.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 SPOKANE VETERANS HOME (75) — Spokane Veterans Home excels with a strong CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, making it a top choice for veterans. This state-run facility offers 100 beds and a solid B grade, ensuring respectful and quality care with no fines assessed.
- 4 NORTH CENTRAL CARE CENTER (70) — North Central Care Center offers a reliable 4-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a B grade and no fines across its 99 beds, this for-profit facility focuses on delivering adequate care, although it may not have the same level of recognition as higher-rated competitors.
The other 10 Spokane facilities didn't qualify — 8 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $947K.
Recommended
Regency at Northpointe shines with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. This facility offers 120 beds and maintains a B+ grade, showcasing its commitment to quality care with no fines reported.
Sunshine Health & Rehab stands out with a perfect CMS 5-star rating and a commendable Trust Score of 80/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it has maintained a B+ grade and zero fines, reflecting its dedication to providing quality care in a smaller setting of 37 beds.
Spokane Veterans Home excels with a strong CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, making it a top choice for veterans. This state-run facility offers 100 beds and a solid B grade, ensuring respectful and quality care with no fines assessed.
North Central Care Center offers a reliable 4-star CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a B grade and no fines across its 99 beds, this for-profit facility focuses on delivering adequate care, although it may not have the same level of recognition as higher-rated competitors.
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 | Spokane 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 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 7 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $947,238
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Spokane 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?"
Spokane's city average is 2.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 14 Spokane facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Spokane avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Spokane 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 Spokane, WA are recommended?
4 of 14 nursing homes in Spokane (29%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Spokane "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 Spokane?
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.