nursing home in Morehead City, NC
Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent
4010 Bridges Street Extension, Morehead City, NC 28557 · (252) 726-0031
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent at a glance
Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in Morehead City, North Carolina (Carteret County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 7, 2026) found 1 health citation. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.2% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 92
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Century Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- August 15, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Carteret County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345170
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3.71 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.07 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.2% | 49% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 92 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 88 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.2% | 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) | 1.5% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.6% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 29.5% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 37.1% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.4% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.1% | 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) | 22.1% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.1% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 0.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 1 health deficiency and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 7, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| January 7, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2026 |
| January 7, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2026 |
| January 7, 2026 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| September 18, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2024 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOAH K DUNCAN FAM TR Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/30/2013 |
| BOYETTE, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2008 |
| GILLIAM, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| SCHMIDLIN, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| CENTURY CARE MANAGEMENT, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/1999 |
| SALTER, JENNIFER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent's rating?
Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent has 5 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 Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent 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 Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Century Care Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent and how do I contact it?
Crystal Bluffs Rehabilitation and Health Care Cent is at 4010 Bridges Street Extension, Morehead City, NC 28557. Phone: (252) 726-0031.
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.