Nursing home · Rutherfordton, NC
Willow Ridge Of NC
237 Tryon Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 · (828) 286-7200
Willow Ridge Of NC is a 150-bed for-profit nursing home in Rutherfordton, North Carolina (Rutherford County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1980. On average it cares for 118 residents a day (about 78% of its certified beds). It is part of Cch Healthcare, a group of 33 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in North Carolina is 3.0.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | North Carolina avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.57 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.36 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.11 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 63% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 50% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | March 19, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 about average |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 1 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 4 totalling $146,939 |
| Medicare payment denials | 1 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Willow Ridge Healthcare LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Willow Ridge Of NC?
CMS rates Willow Ridge Of NC 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Willow Ridge Of NC have?
150 certified beds, with an average of 118 residents a day.
Does Willow Ridge Of NC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Willow Ridge Of NC?
(828) 286-7200. Address: 237 Tryon Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).