About Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation
Smoky Ridge Health And Rehabilitation, located in Burnsville, NC, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.29 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the BRIGHTON HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 8 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).
Below Average Staffing
Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 20 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 49 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 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) | 22.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 9.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.2% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.7% |
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) | 20.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 30.2% |
| 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) | 8.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 88.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 68.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 5.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 19.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 36.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 86.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 53.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 28.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 24.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 17 complaints
- Total: 18 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2024 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| May 06, 2024 | Use approved construction type or materials. |
| Apr 05, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. |
| Jan 01, 2024 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| Jun 30, 2023 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
SMOKEY RIDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION SNF LLC
Ownership Structure
- DAVID FISCHER Direct: 50%
- ZEV LEFKOWITZ Direct: 50%
Management & Direction
- CARLA SHADE W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Waters of Roan Highlands,llc | N/A | 5 |
| Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center | N/A | 5 |
| Aston Park Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Center On Aging and Health | N/A | 4 |
| Life Care Center of Banner Elk | N/A | 5 |
| Christian Care Center of Unicoi County | N/A | 4 |
| The Greens at Weaverville | N/A | 4 |
| Highland Farms | N/A | 5 |
| The Laurels of Greentree Ridge | N/A | 5 |
| Durham-Hensley Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 4 |
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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 Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation directly at 8286829759. 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.