Nursing homes in Hanson, KY
Compare 1 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Hanson, part of the Hopkins area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents of Hanson, Kentucky, located in Hopkins County, have access to high-quality long-term care services within the 42413 ZIP code area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the city features one nursing home, which currently maintains a perfect 5-star overall rating. The Joseph Eddie Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Center, operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, serves as the primary facility in the region, consistently meeting federal quality benchmarks.
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avg 5★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Hanson
- All homes in Hanson score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Hanson
| Joseph Eddie Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Cen COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY · Large · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
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