Kentucky: CMS Rating Breakdown
Kentucky operates 268 CMS-certified nursing homes, distributed across three ownership categories: 220 for-profit facilities, 42 nonprofit facilities, and 6 government-run operations. These figures represent the current certification cycle according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
The average Five-Star overall rating across Kentucky's nursing home population stands at 3.02 out of 5. This state-level metric functions as a broad indicator of the facility landscape rather than an evaluation of individual providers. The Five-Star rating system has documented limitations as a measurement tool, and a statewide average does not constitute a comprehensive assessment of any single facility's quality or performance.
When evaluating a specific nursing home for admission, transfer, or care decisions, the individual facility's dedicated Care Compare profile and per-facility pages on the CMS platform provide more precise and actionable information. These resources contain facility-specific metrics, inspection histories, staffing data, and resident outcomes that reflect actual operational performance. The information presented here is intended for contextual reference only and does not constitute medical, financial, or legal guidance for facility selection or care planning decisions.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 220 |
| Non Profit | 42 |
| Government | 6 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.