nursing home in North Wilkesboro, NC

Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn

1370 West D Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 · (336) 651-8100

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn at a glance

Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn is a 10-bed non-profit nursing home in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina (Wilkes 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 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (July 16, 2026) found 1 health citation. The North Carolina average is 4.7.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 30.8% per year (state average 49%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Other
Beds
10
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
July 9, 1991
Resident/family council
None
County
Wilkes County
CMS Certification Number
345386

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNorth Carolina avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.78 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)4.78 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.80 hrs0.62 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.80 hrs2.34 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.44 hrs3.42 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)30.8%49%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)28.6%45.6%42.9%Better

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)2149.280.6Better

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 beds10105107
Average residents per day88786
Occupancy79%83.6%80.9%

Short-stay residents

This facility2%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)2%1.4%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%78.1%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)94.8%80.6%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 21, 2026
July 16, 2026
Fire safety
Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0163
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 21, 2026
July 16, 2026
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 10, 2026
April 23, 2025
Fire safety
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0001
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 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 May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
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 May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 22, 2025
April 23, 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 22, 2025
April 10, 2024
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 May 6, 2024
April 10, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2024
April 10, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 6, 2024

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
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%07/01/2017
ATRIUM HEALTH INC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest20%10/09/2020
NORTH CAROLINA BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest40%07/01/2017
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest40%07/01/2017
BROWN, CHAD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2019
BROWN, CHAD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2019
EDWARDS, MATTHEW
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/27/2026
FOLGER, JENA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
RICHARDSON, KARA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
WAID, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
ADVOCATE HEALTH INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2022
ATRIUM HEALTH INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/09/2020
RICHARDSON, KARA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2017
ADVOCATE HEALTH INC
Organization
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/02/2022
ATRIUM HEALTH INC
Organization
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/09/2020
EDWARDS, MATTHEW
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/27/2026
FOLGER, JENA
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
WAID, MICHAEL
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/02/2026
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
Organization
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2017

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Frequently asked questions

What is Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn's rating?

Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn 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 Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn 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 Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn 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 Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn?

It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn and how do I contact it?

Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr Sn is at 1370 West D Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Phone: (336) 651-8100.

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.