nursing home in Lincolnton, NC
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center
1410 East Gaston Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092 · (704) 732-1138
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Lincolnton, North Carolina (Lincoln County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 2, 2025) found 3 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $71,117.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.2% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sovereign Healthcare Holdings
- Medicare-certified since
- October 11, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lincoln County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345159
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.31 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.40 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.2% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 52 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $71,117 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 98 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.7% | 83.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.5% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.6% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.2% | 5.9% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 22.9% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.3% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 92% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.9% | 80.6% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Complaint | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0626 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 13, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| November 10, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2023 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $71,117 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 15, 2024 | Fine | $71,117 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHERY, DAWN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2017 |
| COOKHORNE, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2026 |
| CRONQUIST, ROYCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| GHANNAM, WASEEM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HSP CAROLINA LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| KAAR, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| KELLY, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| MANGINE, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| MELTON, DONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| NOTERMANN, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/15/2023 |
| PECK, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2026 |
| SABRA HEALTH CARE REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| SOUTHERN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| SOVEREIGN CAROLINA DISBURSEMENTS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| CRONQUIST, ROYCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| KELLY, MICHELLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2018 |
| MELTON, DONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| SOVEREIGN CAROLINA HOLDINGS LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2014 |
| CRONQUIST 2015 FAMILY TR Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2015 |
| JOHN J NOTERMANN BUSINESS TR Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2017 |
| MANGINE, JOHN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| NOTERMANN, BRENDA Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| CHERY, DAWN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2017 |
| KAAR, SUSAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| PECK, ROBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2026 |
| COOKHORNE, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2026 |
| GHANNAM, WASEEM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MANGINE, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| SOUTHERN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
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★★★★★5Much above averageStanley Total Living Center
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★★★★★4Above averageAbernathy Laurels
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Carolina nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Sovereign Healthcare Holdings. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center is at 1410 East Gaston Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Phone: (704) 732-1138.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.