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Willow Ridge Of NC

237 Tryon Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Score: 13 / 100

With a score of 13/100, Willow Ridge Of Nc ranks in the bottom tier of North Carolina nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Willow Ridge Of Nc is near the national average, with 3.57 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 34 deficiencies at Willow Ridge Of Nc, including 6 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.57 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.52 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.77 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.27 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.20 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.44 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

34
Total Deficiencies
Feb 3, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 27 Moderate 🔴 6 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity J
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Feb 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0626 Severity G
    Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
    Feb 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0558 Severity E
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Feb 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0636 Severity D
    Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
    Feb 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0756 Severity D
    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develo
    Feb 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.1% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 5.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 18.8% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 6.9% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 33.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

4 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $146,939

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
150
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12