nursing home in Mars Hill, NC

Madison Health and Rehabilitation

345 Manor Road, Mars Hill, NC 28754 · (828) 689-5200

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

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Madison Health and Rehabilitation at a glance

Madison Health and Rehabilitation is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Mars Hill, North Carolina (Madison 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 11, 2026) found 1 health citation. The North Carolina average is 4.7.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,110.

Nursing staff turnover is 37.9% per year (state average 49%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
100
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Sanstone Health & Rehabilitation
Medicare-certified since
May 25, 1981
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Madison County
CMS Certification Number
345206

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)4 / 52.7 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.60 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)3.60 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.67 hrs0.62 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.44 hrs2.34 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.02 hrs3.42 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)37.9%49%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)29.4%45.6%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility1North 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)159Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1349.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility1North 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)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$9,110$36,617$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds100105107
Average residents per day858786
Occupancy84.6%83.6%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.1%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)3.1%3.5%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.6%5.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.3%14%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1%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)14.3%15.6%13.9%Average
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)17%18.3%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.4%7.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)21.3%5.9%12.8%Worse
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)29.3%21.3%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)20.7%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)100%92%93.6%Better

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)92.6%78.1%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.8%80.6%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 11, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 22, 2026
February 11, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2026
February 11, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2026
February 11, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 20, 2026
August 27, 2025
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
November 15, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 1, 2025
November 15, 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 November 16, 2024
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 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 December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 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 December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 23, 2023
August 30, 2023
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 22, 2023
August 30, 2023
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 22, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $9,110 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
August 27, 2025Fine$9,110

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHER
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—12/14/2010
MADISON HEALTHCARE PROPERTIES, LLC
Organization
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE10/22/2013
ARDENT HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CO
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/14/2010
NIEBES, HALEY
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2019

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Frequently asked questions

What is Madison Health and Rehabilitation's rating?

Madison Health and Rehabilitation 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 Madison Health and Rehabilitation 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 Madison Health and Rehabilitation 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 Madison Health and Rehabilitation?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Sanstone Health & Rehabilitation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Madison Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Madison Health and Rehabilitation is at 345 Manor Road, Mars Hill, NC 28754. Phone: (828) 689-5200.

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.