Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Katy, Texas
1 of 7 nursing homes in Katy (14%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
3.1
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
824
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
3 Grade F
$286,680 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
47 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Katy, Texas, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 1 of 7 facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as 4 facilities carry a total of $266,996 in fines, highlighting the need for thorough research before making a decision.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 STERLING OAKS REHABILITATION (88) — Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 88/100. This facility emphasizes quality care with a Grade B+ and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring residents receive attentive support in a welcoming environment.
The other 6 Katy facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 5 have fines totaling $286K.
Recommended
Sterling Oaks Rehabilitation shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 88/100. This facility emphasizes quality care with a Grade B+ and has maintained a clean record with $0 fines, ensuring residents receive attentive support in a welcoming environment.
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 | Katy Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.44 | 0.78 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.1 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 16 | 23.4 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 5 Have fines totaling $286,680
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Katy 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?"
Katy's city average is 3.1 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
5 of 7 Katy facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Katy avg is 47 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Katy facilities average 23.4 deficiencies per inspection
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Katy at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 14% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 3 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
- $286K in total fines across 5 facilities
- Worst facility has $170K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 42.7 (dragged down by 3 F-grades)
- 71% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 29% government
- 23.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Katy, TX are recommended?
1 of 7 nursing homes in Katy (14%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Katy "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 Katy?
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.