About Abernathy Laurels
Abernathy Laurels, located in Newton, NC, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Abernathy Laurels
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #4 out of 34 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.18 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.18 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the EVERYAGE SENIOR LIVING network. This chain operates 4 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Abernathy Laurels provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 5 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 4 | Sep 05, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 6 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 23.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 17.2% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.7% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.8% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 26.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 10.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 6.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 98.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 22.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 29.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 99.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 98.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 28.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 17.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
No Complaints on Record
This facility has no complaints filed in our database, which suggests good resident satisfaction and quality care.
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Owner & Operator Information
Management & Direction
- JULIUS ABERNETHY ADP OF THE SNF
- JULIUS ABERNETHY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- GREGORY ALCORN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- GREGORY ALCORN ADP OF THE SNF
- LAWRENCE BOLICK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LAWRENCE BOLICK ADP OF THE SNF
- ANTHONY BRANCH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY BRANCH ADP OF THE SNF
- KENNETH CLAPP CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KENNETH CLAPP ADP OF THE SNF
- CHARLES ERDMAN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHARLES ERDMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- EVERYAGE ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFREY J GILLIAM ADP OF THE SNF
- JEFFREY J GILLIAM CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL GRAY ADP OF THE SNF
- PAUL GRAY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE HORTON ADP OF THE SNF
- MICHELLE HORTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PARKER HOWELL ADP OF THE SNF
- PARKER HOWELL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY JONES ADP OF THE SNF
- TAMMY JONES CORPORATE OFFICER
- SEAN LARSON ADP OF THE SNF
- LAMONT MADDOX ADP OF THE SNF
- LAMONT MADDOX CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MILLS MARCH ADP OF THE SNF
- MILLS MARCH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- AMBER MCINTOSH ADP OF THE SNF
- AIMEE REIMANN CORPORATE OFFICER
- HEATHER SLOAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- SHANE SMITH ADP OF THE SNF
- SHANE SMITH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- SUSAN STONE ADP OF THE SNF
- SUSAN STONE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JODY STREET ADP OF THE SNF
- JODY STREET CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- DIANA SULLIVAN ADP OF THE SNF
- DIANA SULLIVAN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LEE SYRIA CORPORATE OFFICER
- LEE SYRIA OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- RONALD THIE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- RONALD THIE ADP OF THE SNF
- CORY TOBIN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CORY TOBIN ADP OF THE SNF
- MARGARET WILEY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARGARET WILEY ADP OF THE SNF
- KATHY WOOD CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KATHY WOOD ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Conover Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Iredell Memorial Hospital Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Carolina Care Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Abernathy Laurels | N/A | 5 |
| Trinity Ridge | N/A | 5 |
| Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 4 |
| Autumn Care of Statesville | N/A | 4 |
| College Pines Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Trinity Village | N/A | 5 |
| Cardinal Healthcare and Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Abernathy Laurels directly at 8284648260. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.