Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Tyler, Texas
4 of 13 nursing homes in Tyler (31%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 1 caution · 8 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,534
across 13 facilities
High Risk Facilities
8
8 Grade F
$1,413,084 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/13
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in Tyler, Texas, is strong, with 13 facilities and 31% recommended options. Families should note that while the top-rated facility is Meadow Lake Health Center, eight homes have incurred a total of $1,404,075 in fines, highlighting the need for careful selection.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MEADOW LAKE HEALTH CENTER (90) — Meadow Lake Health Center shines with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community well-being and delivers exceptional care with a Grade A, making it a top choice for families seeking compassionate support for their loved ones.
- 2 THE CENTER AT GRANDE (90) — The Center at Grande boasts a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 96 beds, this for-profit facility maintains a Grade A and zero fines, ensuring residents receive excellent services in a supportive environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 REUNION PLAZA HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION (85) — Reunion Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. This government-owned facility provides quality care with a Grade B+, making it a reliable option for families looking for effective rehabilitation services in a caring atmosphere.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 4 GREENBRIER NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER OF TYLE (75) — Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Tyler offers a reliable option with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. While it has a Grade B, this for-profit facility provides essential services for its 120 residents, although it may not excel to the same level as top-rated facilities.
The other 9 Tyler facilities didn't qualify — 8 carry Grade D or F ratings and 9 have fines totaling $1.4M.
Recommended
Meadow Lake Health Center shines with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community well-being and delivers exceptional care with a Grade A, making it a top choice for families seeking compassionate support for their loved ones.
The Center at Grande boasts a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 96 beds, this for-profit facility maintains a Grade A and zero fines, ensuring residents receive excellent services in a supportive environment.
Reunion Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. This government-owned facility provides quality care with a Grade B+, making it a reliable option for families looking for effective rehabilitation services in a caring atmosphere.
B
75
Trust Score
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Tyler offers a reliable option with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. While it has a Grade B, this for-profit facility provides essential services for its 120 residents, although it may not excel to the same level as top-rated facilities.
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 | Tyler Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.2 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
- 8 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 9 Have fines totaling $1,413,084
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Tyler 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?"
Tyler's city average is 3.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
9 of 13 Tyler facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Tyler avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Tyler 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 Tyler, TX are recommended?
4 of 13 nursing homes in Tyler (31%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Tyler "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 Tyler?
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.