CMS data shows Autumn Care Of Saluda earning a D grade with a score of 41/100, placing it below most facilities in North Carolina. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing at Autumn Care Of Saluda is near the national average, with 3.46 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Autumn Care Of Saluda, including 5 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.46 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.70 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.71 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.05 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.20 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.55 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jan 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Feb 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0602 Severity EProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Feb 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity JImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.May 15, 2024 · Resident Rights 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 15, 2024 · 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 | 5.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.8% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 17.5% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 21.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 18.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $16,801
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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