With a score of 62 out of 100, Hickory Falls Health And Rehabilitation earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of North Carolina nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Granite Falls location.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Hickory Falls Health And Rehabilitation, with 3.15 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 9 deficiencies at Hickory Falls Health And Rehabilitation, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.15 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.50 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.27 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.74 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.23 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarMay 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 20, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity JProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.May 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity JProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Sep 19, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0607 Severity JDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Sep 19, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 4.0% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 6.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 7.6% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 14.2% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.1% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 16.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $51,188
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 62 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -5 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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