nursing home in Saluda, NC
Autumn Care of Saluda
501 Esseola Circle, Saluda, NC 28773 · (828) 749-2261
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Autumn Care of Saluda at a glance
Autumn Care of Saluda is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Saluda, North Carolina (Polk 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 3.7 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 (April 23, 2026) found 3 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,801.
Nursing staff turnover is 69.1% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 99
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Saber Healthcare Group
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345351
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.65 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 69.1% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 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) | 3 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 56 | 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) | $16,801 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 99 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 88 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.3% | 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) | 2.4% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.5% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.9% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.9% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.4% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.9% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.1% | 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) | 19.9% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.2% | 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) | 99.1% | 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) | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 59.9% | 80.6% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 23, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 23, 2026 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 23, 2026 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 23, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | 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 April 30, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 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 | Past Non-Compliance |
| February 14, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 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 June 6, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| February 14, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| February 14, 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 February 24, 2025 |
| May 16, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2024 |
| December 12, 2023 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 November 17, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 1, 2023 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 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 $16,801 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHG AUTUMN, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2016 |
| CIBC BANK USA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2021 |
| CITRIN COOPERMAN ADVISORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| NICOLUZAKIS, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| PARSONS, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
| VOLPE, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| 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 |
| PARSONS, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Autumn Care of Saluda's rating?
Autumn Care of Saluda 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 Autumn Care of Saluda 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 Autumn Care of Saluda 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 Autumn Care of Saluda?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Saber Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Autumn Care of Saluda and how do I contact it?
Autumn Care of Saluda is at 501 Esseola Circle, Saluda, NC 28773. Phone: (828) 749-2261.
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.