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HomeNorth CarolinaGrace Heights Health & Rehabilitation

Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation

109 Foothills Drive, Morganton, NC 286558285807000WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(29 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
120
certified

How Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation Compares in North Carolina

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in North Carolina. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NC average
2.9/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
NC average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
2/5
NC average
2.7/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.88 hrs/day
NC average
3.82 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.43 hrs/day
NC average
0.61 hrs/day
Below state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the North Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the North Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 0.43 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.61.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 11, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 23, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,122/mo
North Carolina median
Private Room
$9,125/mo
North Carolina median
Burke County 65+
18,438
21.0% of county
County Population
87,799
Burke County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Morganton, North Carolina with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1980. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
95.2
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 1, 1980
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Burke
Last Inspection
Jan 23, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
4.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (3)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.60 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.85 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.43 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.88 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.47 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (2)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHER5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Jul 1, 2019
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation and nearby alternatives.

All North Carolina facilities
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation
Morganton, NCCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Magnolia Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Morganton, NC2.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $7,901
Autumn Care of Drexel
Morganton, NC3.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $27,872
College Pines Health and Rehabilitation
Connelly Springs, NC7.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke
Connelly Spring, NC10.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $26,014
Shaire Nursing Center
Lenoir, NC11.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation
Granite Falls, NC12.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $51,188
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation
Morganton, NC · Current facility
—5/55/52/5None recorded
Magnolia Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Morganton, NC
2.3 mi2/52/52/5$7,901
Autumn Care of Drexel
Morganton, NC
3.6 mi4/53/53/5$27,872
College Pines Health and Rehabilitation
Connelly Springs, NC
7.5 mi5/54/54/5$16,801
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke
Connelly Spring, NC
10.3 mi3/53/52/5$26,014
Shaire Nursing Center
Lenoir, NC
11.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation
Granite Falls, NC
12.6 mi4/54/53/5$51,188

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation?▾
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in North Carolina is $8,122/month for a semi-private room and $9,125/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation had any health inspection violations?▾
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 23, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation?▾
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation provides 3.88 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.43 RN hours, 0.85 LPN hours, and 2.60 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation have?▾
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation has 120 certified beds with an average of 95.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 79% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Sanstone Health & Rehabilitation chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in North Carolina, including 2 in Morganton. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation?▾
On Google Maps, Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 29 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Sanstone Health & Rehabilitation

This chain operates 18 facilities. View all →