Virginia: CMS Rating Breakdown
Virginia has 289 CMS-certified nursing homes with an average Five-Star overall rating of 3.02 out of 5, according to current official CMS data. The facilities break down by ownership as follows: 219 for-profit homes, 60 nonprofit homes, and 10 government-operated homes.
The Five-Star rating system, while useful as a broad indicator of facility performance, has documented limitations that should be understood when evaluating individual homes. A state average rating does not serve as a definitive assessment of any single facility's quality or outcomes. When making decisions about nursing home care, individuals should consult each facility's dedicated Care Compare profile on the CMS website, which provides detailed, live performance data specific to that location. This information should be reviewed alongside other resources; the Five-Star rating and state averages are not substitutes for medical, financial, or legal advice tailored to a particular situation.
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 | 219 |
| Non Profit | 60 |
| Government | 10 |
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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.