nursing home in Southport, NC
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor
630 Fodale Avenue, Southport, NC 28461 · (910) 457-9581
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor at a glance
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Southport, North Carolina (Brunswick County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to 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 (May 1, 2025) found 6 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 99
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Liberty Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- May 31, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Brunswick County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345373
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.68 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.95 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.34 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 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 | 99 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.1% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.1% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.6% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.6% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 31.2% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.3% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 32.7% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.6% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 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) | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.1% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2025 |
| May 1, 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 May 21, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2025 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 March 29, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| November 21, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | 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 January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 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 January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 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 January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | 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 January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2022 |
| November 21, 2022 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected December 22, 2022 |
| November 21, 2022 Standard | 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected December 22, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/10/2011 |
| BROWN, NOLAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| CALCUTT, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| JOHN A MCNEILL JR 2012 IRRV TR Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2025 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2025 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| LIBERTY LONG TERM CARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/27/2025 |
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MILLER, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| OCEAN TRAIL CONVALESCENT CENTER INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| WILSON, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MILLER, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| CALCUTT, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2011 |
| LIBERTY LONG TERM CARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| JOHN A MCNEILL JR 2012 IRRV TR Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MCNEILL, JOHN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| OCEAN TRAIL CONVALESCENT CENTER INC. Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| WILSON, JEFFREY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2025 |
| CALCUTT, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2011 |
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MCNEILL, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MCNEILL, RONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| PETERS, DANIELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| PETERSON, GAJARAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| WILSON, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| MCNEILL, ROBERT Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor's rating?
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor has 3 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 Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor 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 Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Liberty Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor and how do I contact it?
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor is at 630 Fodale Avenue, Southport, NC 28461. Phone: (910) 457-9581.
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.