nursing home in Lillington, NC
Emerald Health & Rehab Center
54 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, NC 27546 · (910) 814-8030
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Emerald Health & Rehab Center at a glance
Emerald Health & Rehab Center is a 96-bed for-profit nursing home in Lillington, North Carolina (Harnett County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 24, 2025) found 7 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.4% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 96
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Saber Healthcare Group
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Harnett County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345173
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.93 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 49% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 7 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 54 | 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 | 96 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.3% | 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% | 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) | 12.4% | 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) | 3.3% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12.1% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5% | 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) | 15.2% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.2% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 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) | 1.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 63.2% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84% | 80.6% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 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 October 17, 2025 |
| September 30, 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 September 9, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2025 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Complaint | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0839 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 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 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 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 June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| January 6, 2023 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 March 10, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Fire safety | Enure that solid fuel-burning fireplaces are not in patient sleeping areas. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0525 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2023 |
| January 6, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUNDLE TENANT LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 07/09/2015 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2020 |
| SHG MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2020 |
| BUNDLE TENANT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2023 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2023 |
| SHG MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2023 |
| BUNDLE TENANT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2026 |
| CITRIN COOPERMAN ADVISORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2012 |
| HARNETT HEALTH INVESTORS LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2015 |
| JOINER, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2023 |
| PIEPER, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2023 |
| THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/19/2019 |
| WALKER & ASSOCIATES PC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2023 |
| VOLPE, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| WEISBERG, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| NICOLUZAKIS, GREGORY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| VOLPE, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| WEISBERG, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| DAVIS, TIM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| JOINER, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2023 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Emerald Health & Rehab Center's rating?
Emerald Health & Rehab Center has 2 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 Emerald Health & Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Emerald Health & Rehab 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 Emerald Health & Rehab Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Saber Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Emerald Health & Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
Emerald Health & Rehab Center is at 54 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, NC 27546. Phone: (910) 814-8030.
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.