Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ballwin, Missouri
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ballwin (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
169
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$346,141 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
35 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ballwin, Missouri, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 50% of facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated facility, Lutheran Senior Services at Meramec Bluffs, has a strong rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $346,141.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES AT MERAMEC BLUFFS (93) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. As a non-profit organization, Lutheran Senior Services at Meramec Bluffs emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring a supportive environment for its 32 residents without any federal fines.
The other 1 Ballwin facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $346K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. As a non-profit organization, Lutheran Senior Services at Meramec Bluffs emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring a supportive environment for its 32 residents without any federal fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ballwin Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.16 | 0.58 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 6 | 36.5 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $346,141
Questions Ballwin 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?"
Ballwin's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Ballwin facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ballwin avg is 35 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ballwin facilities average 36.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Ballwin at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $346K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $346K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 46.5 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 36.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Ballwin, MO are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ballwin (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ballwin "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 Ballwin?
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.