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HomeNorth CarolinaThe Lodge at Mills River

The Lodge at Mills River

5593 Old Haywood Road, Mills River, NC 287598286844857WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(46 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
50
certified

How The Lodge at Mills River 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
3/5
NC average
2.7/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.89 hrs/day
NC average
3.82 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.88 hrs/day
NC average
0.61 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
55.6%
NC average
49.1%
Higher than 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 0.88 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.61.
Staff turnover is 55.6%, higher 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
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 14, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jun 3, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation 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
Henderson County 65+
30,397
26.1% of county
County Population
116,469
Henderson County

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

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The Lodge at Mills River is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Mills River, North Carolina with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
44.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 19, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Henderson
Last Inspection
Jun 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
0.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Jun 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 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: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: 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 Aide2.22 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.88 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.89 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.33 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
55.6%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ARDENT HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CO5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2005
HENDERSON-BEYSTONE HEALTHCARE PROPERTIES, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2015
SPRENGER, ANDREWW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJun 7, 2021
SPRENGER, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2005

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for The Lodge at Mills River and nearby alternatives.

All North Carolina facilities
The Lodge at Mills River
Mills River, NCCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Fletcher Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fletcher, NC4.3 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $62,868
Biltmore Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation
Arden, NC4.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $189,174
Orchard Valley Health and Rehabilitation
Hendersonville, NC6.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $16,452
Deerfield Episcopal Retirement
Asheville, NC6.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Givens Health Center
Asheville, NC6.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
The Greens at Hendersonville
Hendersonville, NC8.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $106,208
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
The Lodge at Mills River
Mills River, NC · Current facility
—5/55/53/5None recorded
Fletcher Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fletcher, NC
4.3 mi1/51/51/5$62,868
Biltmore Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation
Arden, NC
4.5 mi1/51/52/5$189,174
Orchard Valley Health and Rehabilitation
Hendersonville, NC
6.3 mi1/52/51/5$16,452
Deerfield Episcopal Retirement
Asheville, NC
6.4 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Givens Health Center
Asheville, NC
6.4 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
The Greens at Hendersonville
Hendersonville, NC
8.4 mi3/53/53/5$106,208

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 The Lodge at Mills River?▾
The Lodge at Mills River has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does The Lodge at Mills River 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). The Lodge at Mills River participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has The Lodge at Mills River had any health inspection violations?▾
The Lodge at Mills River had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 3, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at The Lodge at Mills River?▾
The Lodge at Mills River provides 3.89 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.88 RN hours, 0.79 LPN hours, and 2.22 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 55.6%.
How many beds does The Lodge at Mills River have?▾
The Lodge at Mills River has 50 certified beds with an average of 44.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% 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 The Lodge at Mills River?▾
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 The Lodge at Mills River?▾
On Google Maps, The Lodge at Mills River has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 46 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 →