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Deerfield Episcopal Retirement

1617 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803
Score: 94 / 100

Among nursing homes in North Carolina, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement stands out with an A grade and a score of 94 out of 100. It ranks in the 96th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Deerfield Episcopal Retirement exceed national averages, with 5.26 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.54 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Deerfield Episcopal Retirement shows a strong inspection record, with just 2 deficiencies noted in recent CMS surveys, none of which were classified as serious.

Score Breakdown

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

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.26 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.54 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.70 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.01 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.59 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.11 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

2
Total Deficiencies
Apr 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 2 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (2 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity D
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Feb 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 11.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 6.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 22.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 6.0% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 20.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 36.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 94 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
62
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1