nursing home in Asheville, NC

Aston Park Health Care Center

380 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC 28806 · (828) 253-4437

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • 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

Aston Park Health Care Center at a glance

Aston Park Health Care Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Asheville, North Carolina (Buncombe 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 (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 16, 2026) found 2 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 39.5% per year (state average 49%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Lutheran Services Carolinas
Medicare-certified since
June 3, 1980
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Buncombe County
CMS Certification Number
345198

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.9 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.7 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.67 hrsNorth Carolina average3.85 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. North Carolina and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.67 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.11 hrs0.62 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.01 hrs2.34 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.53 hrs3.42 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)39.5%49%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)18.5%45.6%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility2North Carolina average5U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. North Carolina and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)259Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)949.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility0North Carolina average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. North Carolina and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$36,617$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds120105107
Average residents per day1068786
Occupancy88.2%83.6%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6.9%North Carolina average3.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. North Carolina and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)6.9%3.5%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.3%5.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)20.5%14%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.8%2.3%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)2.4%0.7%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)27.9%15.6%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)34.1%18.3%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.4%7.2%5.2%Average
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.3%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)24.7%21.3%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)26.4%20.7%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94%94.1%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)80%92%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%North Carolina average1.4%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. North Carolina and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.4%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)71.3%78.1%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)72.2%80.6%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 22 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0751
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0754
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Fire safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2026
April 16, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 7, 2026
April 16, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 7, 2026
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
February 20, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 10, 2025
February 20, 2025
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected March 10, 2025
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
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 February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
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 February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Fire safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2024
October 12, 2023
Complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 28, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
ASTON PARK HEALTH CARE CENTER, INC.
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/04/2009
KAUFMAN, MARSHA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/08/1980
LSA MANAGEMENT INC.
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/12/2025
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC.
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/12/2025
NICKERSON, KIRBY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2012
PATEL, HIREN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2012
SMITH, KESHA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2003
SMITH, KESHA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2012
MADDRY, KAREN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/01/1982
NICKERSON, KIRBY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2012
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC.
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2022
GOINS, TED
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2004
HERMAN, RICHARD
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2021
MADDRY, KAREN
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE04/01/1982
NELSON, DOUGLAS
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2022
ASTON PARK HEALTH CARE CENTER, INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/04/2009
GOINS, TED
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2004
KAUFMAN, MARSHA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/07/1980
LSA MANAGEMENT INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2022
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2022
PATEL, HIREN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2012
SMITH, KESHA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2003
GOINS, TED
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2004
HERMAN, RICHARD
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2021
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC.
Organization
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2022
NELSON, DOUGLAS
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Aston Park Health Care Center's rating?

Aston Park Health Care Center 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 Aston Park Health Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Aston Park Health Care 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 Aston Park Health Care Center?

It is non profit - corporation and part of Lutheran Services Carolinas. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Aston Park Health Care Center and how do I contact it?

Aston Park Health Care Center is at 380 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Phone: (828) 253-4437.

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.