Perry Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center
5201 Clarks Fork Drive Nw · Raleigh, NC · 27616 · 9198727033
132 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Lifeworks Rehab
Why this verdict
- On the federal Special Focus list of the most persistently poor performers.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $111,432 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 6 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility
CMS has designated this facility one of the most persistently poor performers in the country — it is under increased inspection and enforcement.
5 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$111,432 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
67% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: not rated Inspections: not rated Staffing: not rated Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.24 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $326,170 |
Inspection citations (85 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
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.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
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.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected August 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2025 | Fine | $111,432 |
| February 24, 2025 | Payment Denial | 40 days |
| June 6, 2024 | Fine | $177,132 |
| June 6, 2024 | Payment Denial | 38 days |
| November 30, 2023 | Fine | $37,606 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 345529 · certified since June 7, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.