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HomeNorth CarolinaHickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation

Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation

100 Sunset Street, Granite Falls, NC 286308283962387WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(76 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
120
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $51,188

How Hickory Falls Health and 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
4/5
NC average
2.9/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
NC average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
NC average
2.7/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.62 hrs/day
NC average
3.82 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.38 hrs/day
NC average
0.61 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
32.5%
NC average
49.1%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the North Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the North Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 0.38 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.61.
Staff turnover is 32.5%, lower than the North Carolina average of 49.1%.

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 May 21, 2025
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 10, 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
Caldwell County 65+
16,699
20.7% of county
County Population
80,716
Caldwell County

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

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Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Granite Falls, North Carolina with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1985. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
113.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 3, 1985
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Caldwell
Last Inspection
Jun 10, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
7.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (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: May 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$51,188
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineMay 31, 2024
$51,188

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

Nurse Aide2.66 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.57 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.38 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.62 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.30 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.5%
RN Turnover
31.3%
Administrators Left
2

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ARDENT HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CO5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 1, 2015
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHERINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 1, 2015
NELSON, JOHNMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 6, 2025
TANNER, HUNTERMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 7, 2025
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2015
SANSTONE MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2021
NELSON, JOHNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 6, 2025
REID, JILLOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 22, 2021
TANNER, HUNTEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 7, 2025
SANSTONE MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 12, 2025
NELSON, JOHNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 6, 2025
REID, JILLADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 22, 2021
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 30, 2020
TANNER, HUNTERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 7, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation and nearby alternatives.

All North Carolina facilities
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation
Granite Falls, NCCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $51,188
College Pines Health and Rehabilitation
Connelly Springs, NC5.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Shaire Nursing Center
Lenoir, NC6.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke
Connelly Spring, NC6.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $26,014
The Greens at Viewmont
Hickory, NC6.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $44,179
Trinity Village
Hickory, NC7.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $8,512
Autumn Care of Drexel
Morganton, NC9.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $27,872
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation
Granite Falls, NC · Current facility
—4/54/53/5$51,188
College Pines Health and Rehabilitation
Connelly Springs, NC
5.6 mi5/54/54/5$16,801
Shaire Nursing Center
Lenoir, NC
6.2 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Carolina Rehab Center of Burke
Connelly Spring, NC
6.3 mi3/53/52/5$26,014
The Greens at Viewmont
Hickory, NC
6.8 mi2/52/54/5$44,179
Trinity Village
Hickory, NC
7.6 mi5/54/55/5$8,512
Autumn Care of Drexel
Morganton, NC
9.1 mi4/53/53/5$27,872

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 Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Hickory Falls Health and 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). Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation had any health inspection violations?▾
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 10, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $51,188.
What are the staffing levels at Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation provides 3.62 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.38 RN hours, 0.57 LPN hours, and 2.66 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.5%.
How many beds does Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation have?▾
Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation has 120 certified beds with an average of 113.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% 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 Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in North Carolina. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation?▾
On Google Maps, Hickory Falls Health and Rehabilitation has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 76 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Sanstone Health & Rehabilitation

This chain operates 18 facilities. View all →