nursing home in Swannanoa, NC
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation
1984 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 · (828) 298-2214
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation at a glance
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation is a 106-bed for-profit nursing home in Swannanoa, North Carolina (Buncombe 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 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 6, 2025) found 4 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 57.8% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 106
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ascent Healthcare Management
- Medicare-certified since
- April 23, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Buncombe County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345418
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.49 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.8% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 4 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 21 | 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 | 106 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 103 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.7% | 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) | 3.5% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.8% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.9% | 14% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.1% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 10.8% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.1% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 27% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.6% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 67% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 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) | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 46.9% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 41.8% | 80.6% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 6, 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 October 7, 2025 |
| October 6, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2025 |
| October 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2025 |
| October 6, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2025 |
| September 18, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 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 November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 8, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 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 August 9, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 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 August 9, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 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 August 9, 2023 |
| July 20, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2023 |
| November 23, 2021 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 April 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOYE, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2025 |
| FRIEDMAN, YISROEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SELF, HOLLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation's rating?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation 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 Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Swannanoa Valley 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 Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Ascent Healthcare Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Swannanoa Valley Health and Rehabilitation is at 1984 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778. Phone: (828) 298-2214.
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.