Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Idaho Falls, Idaho
0 of 3 nursing homes in Idaho Falls (0%) meet our strict criteria. The Idaho statewide average is 29%.
0 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
310
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$69,090 in combined fines
Zero Fines
0
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
69 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why No Recommendations?
The nursing home market in Idaho Falls is poor, with only three facilities and none recommended. Families should be aware that one facility has incurred a total of $47,825 in fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration when choosing a care provider.
The other 3 Idaho Falls facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $69K.
Recommended
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $69,090
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Idaho Falls 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?"
Idaho Falls's city average is 2.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 3 Idaho Falls facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Idaho Falls avg is 69 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Idaho Falls facilities average 24.7 deficiencies per inspection
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Idaho Falls at a Glance
Good News
- No facilities currently meet our strict recommendation criteria
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $69K in total fines across 3 facilities
- Worst facility has $47K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 37.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 24.7 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Idaho Falls, ID are recommended?
0 of 3 nursing homes in Idaho Falls (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Idaho Falls?
Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Idaho Falls has 3 nursing homes, none currently achieve both a Trust Grade of B+ or better AND zero fines. We list all facilities with honest assessments to help you make informed decisions.
What makes a nursing home in Idaho Falls "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 Idaho Falls?
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.