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CMS Nursing Home Compare · August 2026

Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation

1984 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778

Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation, a 106-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Swannanoa, NC, holds a 3-star CMS overall rating - right around the 3.0-star national average, ranking #186 of 415 rated homes in NC on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing below the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm 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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3 / 5
Average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
#186 of 415
In-state rank among rated NC homes
3.22
Well below average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.86
12
Inspection findings

The verdict

Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation, a 106-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Swannanoa, NC, holds a 3-star CMS overall rating - right around the 3.0-star national average, ranking #186 of 415 rated homes in NC on CMS overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks), with nurse staffing below the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

3 / 5
CMS overall · national 3.0
#186 of 415
In-state rank among rated NC homes
3.22
Nurse hrs/resident-day · national 3.86
12
Inspection findings on file

CMS force-curves overall stars within each state; read health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings alongside the headline.

In-state ownership mix · peer inventory

How 419 NC nursing homes split by ownership sector

This facility is recorded as For profit - Limited Liability company. Sector buckets collapse CMS ownership_type into For-profit, Nonprofit, and Government, orthogonal to the RN/LPN/CNA hour bar below.

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

3/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
345418
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
106
Residents
103
In Hospital
No
County
Buncombe
Last Inspection
Oct 6, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 3.22 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.49 (nat'l avg: 0.69)
LPN Hours
0.56
CNA Hours
2.17
Total Nursing Hours
3.22 (nat'l avg: 3.86)
PT Hours
0.04
Nursing Turnover
57.8%
RN Turnover
50.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation

According to CMS Nursing Home Compare, Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation ranks #186 of 415 rated nursing homes in NC on overall stars (tie-broken by health+staffing+quality, then fewer fines). Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation operates 106 certified beds in Swannanoa, NC with approximately 103 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars (health inspection 3★ · staffing 3★ · quality 3★).

The inspection file contains 12 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. This provider's enforcement record shows no fines or payment denials to date. Staffing is reported at 3.22 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.86), with RN coverage at 0.49 per resident day.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation falls into a category where comparative context matters. Reported nursing staff turnover at this facility is 57.8% (CMS payroll-based measure).

Why sub-scores and the CMS methodology matter

The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures. 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.

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. The staffing metric in particular is the one most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

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 the same record on Medicare.gov Care Compare and with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (12 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 6, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 7, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 6, 2025 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: Oct 7, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 6, 2025 Tag: 0558

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 7, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 6, 2025 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: Oct 7, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 18, 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: Oct 16, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 18, 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 16, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Sep 18, 2024 Tag: 0925

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 16, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Sep 18, 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: Oct 16, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 20, 2023 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 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 20, 2023 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: Aug 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 20, 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: Aug 9, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 20, 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: Aug 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 10.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 5.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 15.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 7.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 18.9% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 6.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.9% 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 91.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 27.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 67.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 25.6% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 41.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 46.9% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Nationwide facilities with similar scale or staffing

Two data-derived peer sets for Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation, both outside NC so the neighborhoods are not the same-state geography list below.

What the CMS records show for Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation

The health, staffing, and quality sub-ratings above often diverge from the CMS overall headline. Use those components and the inspection findings to read the full file, not the overall star alone.

  • The NC registry aggregates state averages and the highest-rated homes in this cohort. View NC registry
  • Peer homes near 106 beds show how CMS stars vary at a similar scale in NC. Compare a similar-size peer
  • CMS publishes separate fields for inspections, nurse staffing hours, and quality measures; the guide explains how each star is computed. How CMS ratings work

CMS refreshes Nursing Home Compare quarterly (current extract: August 2026). PlainNursing describes published records; it does not establish suitability, availability, admissions, or individual outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (3★), and quality measures (3★).
Where does Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation rank among nursing homes in NC?
According to CMS Nursing Home Compare overall stars (with health+staffing+quality tie-breaks, then fewer fines), Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation ranks 186th among 415 rated nursing homes in NC (#186 of 415). CMS force-curves the overall star within each state, so this peer set is the honest comparison.
What are the staffing levels at Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation reports 3.22 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.86). RN hours are 0.49 per resident day (national average: 0.69). Nursing staff turnover is 57.8%.
How many beds does Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation have?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation has 106 certified beds with approximately 103 residents. The facility is located at 1984 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778.
Does Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation has 12 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation received any fines or penalties?
No, Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation was on Oct 6, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation 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. Verify the same CCN on Medicare.gov Care Compare and 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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