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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove

5725 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC 28412 · All homes in Wilmington

Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove, a 90-bed for profit - corporation nursing facility in Wilmington, NC, holds a 1-star CMS overall rating - below the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing below the national norm. 9 inspection findings reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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1 / 5
Much below average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
3.73
About average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
45
Inspection findings · 9 serious
$162K
Federal penalties (4)

Health Inspection

1/5

Staffing

2/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
345507
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
90
Residents
83
In Hospital
No
County
New Hanover
Last Inspection
Aug 21, 2025
Special Focus
SFF Candidate
Abuse citation on record

Staffing Data

How the 3.73 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.57 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.08
CNA Hours
2.08
Total Nursing Hours
3.73 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.07
Nursing Turnover
60.4%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove

Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove operates 90 certified beds in Wilmington, NC with approximately 83 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (3★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 45 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 9 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 4 penalties totaling $162K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 3.73 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.57 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature. This facility is currently designated "SFF Candidate" under the CMS Special Focus Facility program, reserved for providers with a persistent pattern of serious quality problems.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 60.4%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (45 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 3, 2025 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2025

G - Isolated - Actual harm Dec 3, 2025 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 3, 2025 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 9, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0770

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0726

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0693

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0622

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 24, 2025 Tag: 0565

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 14, 2025

G - Isolated - Actual harm Mar 26, 2025 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 24, 2025

G - Isolated - Actual harm Mar 26, 2025 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 24, 2025

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Nov 1, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 25, 2024

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Nov 1, 2024 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 19, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2024

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0693

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 16, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0602

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0770

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0692

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0584

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 21, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 23, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 1, 2023 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 21, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 2, 2023 Tag: 0867

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 2, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 2, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 2, 2023 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0867

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0806

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 21, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

B - Pattern - No harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 6, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0584

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 9, 2023 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 9, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 32.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 3.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 41.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 3.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 16.3% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 1.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 8.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 12.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 74.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 23.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 95.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 22.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 28.6% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 44.3% No

Penalty History 4 penalties totaling $162K

Date Type Amount
Mar 26, 2025 Fine $88K
Mar 26, 2025 Payment Denial -
Nov 1, 2024 Fine $8K
Nov 1, 2024 Fine $8K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove?
Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (3★).
What are the staffing levels at Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove?
Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove reports 3.73 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.57 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 60.4%.
How many beds does Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove have?
Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove has 90 certified beds with approximately 83 residents. The facility is located at 5725 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC 28412.
Does Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove has 45 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 9 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove received any fines or penalties?
Yes, Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove has received 4 penalties totaling $162K.
Who owns Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove?
Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove was on Aug 21, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove?
Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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