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Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation

25 Reynolds Mountain Boulevard, Asheville, NC 28804

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Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Asheville, North Carolina. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from April 9, 2026 from $84,427 to $62,607.

  3. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  4. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  5. Health inspection on April 9, 2026

    10 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    26 of 419 North Carolina homes (6%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

    CMS fine of $62,607 on April 9, 2026.

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    • Citation F0742. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0565. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0565 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0919. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 5, 2026.

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  6. Fire safety inspection on April 9, 2026

    9 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0211 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2026.

    • Citation K0521. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation K0161. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

    • Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

    • Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

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  7. CMS update of December 15, 2025

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

  8. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was EMERALD RIDGE REHAB AND CARE CENTER.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from March 6, 2025 from $16,720 to $10,868.

  9. Health inspection on November 7, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 26, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2023.

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  10. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on March 6, 2025.

  11. Health inspection on March 6, 2025

    9 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    69 of 419 North Carolina homes (16%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

    CMS fine of $10,868 on March 6, 2025.

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    • Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2025.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 29, 2025.

    • Citation F0807. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2025.

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  12. Fire safety inspection on March 6, 2025

    5 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0100. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 16, 2025.

    • Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 16, 2025.

    • Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 2, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0521. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 2, 2025.

    • Citation K0751. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 2, 2025.

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  13. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  14. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  15. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  16. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  17. Health inspection on October 26, 2023

    12 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0552. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0565. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0602. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0577. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 22, 2023.

    • Citation F0641. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 22, 2023.

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  18. Fire safety inspection on October 26, 2023

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0281. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install proper backup exit lighting.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 26, 2024.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(828) 645-6619
Last standard health inspection
April 9, 2026 (7 months ago)
Certified beds
100
Residents per day, on average
93.5
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name
25 Reynolds Mountain Boulevard Opco LLC
Chain
Avardis Health
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the North Carolina average (32 vs 18).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

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  • SNF CARE CENTERS LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 06/01/2025
  • ZENITH HOLDCO II LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 06/01/2025
  • ZENITH HOLDCO LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 06/01/2025
  • SNF MGR LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • CRUM, KATHERINEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • FISHER, CANDACEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • HOBACK, TIFFANYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • JONES, TEQUILLAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • RAMSEY, REBECCAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
  • SEMONES, BRANDIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025

Questions

When was Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation last inspected?

CMS lists April 9, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation have?

CMS lists 32 health citations since October 26, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $73,475 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Emerald Ridge Health and Rehabilitation a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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