nursing home in Lexington, NC
Lexington Health Care Center
17 Cornelia Drive, Lexington, NC 27292 · (336) 242-1349
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lexington Health Care Center at a glance
Lexington Health Care Center is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Lexington, North Carolina (Davidson County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 1, 2026) found 12 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 63.4% 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
- Lifeworks Rehab
- Medicare-certified since
- April 21, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Davidson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345419
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.50 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.44 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.4% | 49% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.7% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 12 | 5 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 77 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Average |
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 | 100 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 97 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97% | 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) | 6.6% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.3% | 14% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.8% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.8% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 16.6% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 26.9% | 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) | 20.7% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.4% | 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) | 96.2% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.9% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 34 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | G Actual harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 1, 2026 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 1, 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 | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 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 January 27, 2026 |
| December 31, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| October 13, 2025 Complaint | 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 October 9, 2025 |
| October 13, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| September 2, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 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 June 4, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 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 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 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 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 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 May 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 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 May 27, 2025 |
| April 29, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Complaint | 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 February 20, 2025 |
| October 30, 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 July 27, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 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 April 26, 2024 |
| March 1, 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 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 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 March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 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 March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 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 March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 2024 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 March 27, 2024 |
| March 1, 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 27, 2024 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON HOLDINGS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/28/2021 |
| CHARLES 1994 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| CK 2008 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| DRM SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| EDWARD 1998 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LAUREN 2020 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LAUREN 2020 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| LEPS 2003 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| NORMAN 5571 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| NORMAN 5571 & FAMILY LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2019 |
| NORMAN 5571 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| RL 2008 FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| ROBIN 2008 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| ROBIN 2008 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SAUL 2012 FAMILY GRANTOR TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SPRINGROCK SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| SUMMER SOUTH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/28/2021 |
| GARRETT, ALEXANDRA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2024 |
| RSBRM SOUTH MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2021 |
| GARRETT, ALEXANDRA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lexington Health Care Center's rating?
Lexington Health Care Center has 1 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 Lexington Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lexington Health Care Center 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 Lexington Health Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Lifeworks Rehab. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lexington Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Lexington Health Care Center is at 17 Cornelia Drive, Lexington, NC 27292. Phone: (336) 242-1349.
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.