Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Springfield, Ohio
2 of 11 nursing homes in Springfield (18%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 6 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
968
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
6
2 Grade F
$205,463 in combined fines
Zero Fines
9
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Springfield, Ohio, is adequate but requires caution, with only 2 out of 11 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 6 facilities have incurred a total of $205,463 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SPRINGFIELD MASONIC COMMUNITY (90) — With a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, Springfield Masonic Community excels in providing high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community engagement, ensuring a compassionate environment with zero fines and an A grade.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 WOODED GLEN (85) — Woody Glen stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality. Although a for-profit facility, it boasts an A- grade and zero fines, offering a welcoming atmosphere for its 54 residents.
The other 9 Springfield facilities didn't qualify — 6 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $205K.
Recommended
With a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, Springfield Masonic Community excels in providing high-quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community engagement, ensuring a compassionate environment with zero fines and an A grade.
Woody Glen stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality. Although a for-profit facility, it boasts an A- grade and zero fines, offering a welcoming atmosphere for its 54 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Springfield Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 9?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $205,463
- Low-scoring facilities
- 7 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Springfield 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?"
Springfield's city average is 2.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 11 Springfield facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Springfield avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Springfield 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 Springfield, OH are recommended?
2 of 11 nursing homes in Springfield (18%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Springfield "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 Springfield?
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.