Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
1 of 6 nursing homes in Johnstown (17%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
492
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$106,288 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
66 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is adequate, with only 17% of the 6 facilities recommended for care. Families should be aware of the caution tier facility with fines, as well as the 3 facilities that have incurred a total of $89,488 in penalties.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CONEMAUGH MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER TCU (95) — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center TCU stands out with an exceptional Trust Score of 95/100 and a prestigious CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit partnership excels in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in its 30-bed facility.
The other 5 Johnstown facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $106K.
Recommended
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center TCU stands out with an exceptional Trust Score of 95/100 and a prestigious CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this for-profit partnership excels in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in its 30-bed facility.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Johnstown Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 3.18 | 1.10 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 5 | 43.8 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $106,288
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Johnstown 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?"
Johnstown's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 6 Johnstown facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Johnstown avg is 66 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Johnstown facilities average 43.8 deficiencies per inspection
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Johnstown at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 17% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 3 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 2 facilities carry Grade F — a significant share
- $106K in total fines across 3 facilities
- Worst facility has $67K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 51.5 (dragged down by 2 F-grades)
- 83% for-profit, 17% non-profit, 0% government
- 43.8 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Johnstown, PA are recommended?
1 of 6 nursing homes in Johnstown (17%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Johnstown "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 Johnstown?
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.