Mountain Ridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente
611 Old Us Highway 70 East · Black Mountain, NC · 28711 · 8286699991
97 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Regency Care
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.27 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.55 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.27 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.00 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $16,152 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 30, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 30, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 30, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 30, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected May 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 12, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 12, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 5, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 12, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 5, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 21, 2025 | Fine | $8,076 |
| October 21, 2025 | Fine | $8,076 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 345048 · certified since September 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.