Who owns Kentucky nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Kentucky nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 220 | 2.9 | 3.64 hrs | 33% |
| Non profit | 41 | 3.5 | 5.01 hrs | 39% |
| Government | 6 | 4.2 | 5.49 hrs | 33% |
Largest chains in Kentucky
71% of Kentucky nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Kentucky.
- Signature healthcare38 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Simcha hyman & naftali zanziper24 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Benjamin landa17 homes · average 3.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- BluegrasS health ky15 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Trilogy health sErvices14 homes · average 3.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Encore health partners12 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- David marx10 homes · average 2.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Seky holding co.9 homes · average 2.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Lyon healthcare8 homes · average 1.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Pacs group7 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Journey healthcare6 homes · average 2.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- CaresPring4 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care centers of america3 homes · average 3.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Venza care management3 homes · average 2.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- Principle long term care3 homes · average 2.3 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.