Galax Health and Rehab
836 Glendale Rd, Galax, VA 24333
Galax Health and Rehab is a nursing home in Galax, Virginia. 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
- CMS overall star rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionNovember 16, 2023 (2 years ago)
- Health citations since September 13, 201840 (Virginia average 39)
- Fines in the past three years1, $13,627 in total
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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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.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
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 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from November 21, 2024 from $20,965 to $13,627.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 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 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on November 21, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as 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.
17 of 289 Virginia homes (6%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $13,627 on November 21, 2024.
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Citation F0678. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 23, 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
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 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of June 26, 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.
Health inspection on June 17, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0687. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate foot care.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2024.
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 August 19, 2024.
Health inspection on November 16, 2023
26 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0655. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 December 27, 2023.
Citation F0730. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0760. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
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 December 27, 2023.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0947. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
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 December 27, 2023.
Citation F0563. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
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 December 27, 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 December 27, 2023.
Citation F0624. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2018.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 December 27, 2023.
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 December 27, 2023.
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 December 27, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2018.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2018.
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 December 27, 2023.
Citation F0838. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on November 16, 2023
9 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0004. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0006. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0013. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0029. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0030. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0031. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0036. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0037. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0039. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Health inspection on October 6, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 December 4, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2021.
Health inspection on December 16, 2021
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 December 31, 2021.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2022.
Citation F0886. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 31, 2021.
Fire safety inspection on December 16, 2021
9 citationsCMS 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 February 8, 2022.
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 February 8, 2022.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 8, 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2022.
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 February 8, 2022.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 12, 2022.
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 May 12, 2022.
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 February 8, 2022.
Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 8, 2022.
Health inspection on September 13, 2018
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2018.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2018.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2018.
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 October 12, 2018.
Citation F0813. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2018.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 12, 2018.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (276) 236-9991
- Last standard health inspection
- November 16, 2023 (2 years ago)
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day, on average
- 92.2
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Gl Virginia Blue Ridge LLC
- Chain
- Trio Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Virginia average (40 vs 39).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- GL VIRGINIA HOLDINGS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 12/16/2016
- TRIO HEALTH CARE - EAST, LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 05/24/2019
- TRIO HEALTHCARE INVESTORS LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/16/2016
- TRIO HEALTHCARE LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/10/2019
- GENTRY, BOYD5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/16/2016
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- RUBENSTEIN, DAVID5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/16/2016
Questions
When was Galax Health and Rehab last inspected?
CMS lists November 16, 2023 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Galax Health and Rehab have?
CMS lists 40 health citations since September 13, 2018. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Galax Health and Rehab been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $13,627 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Galax Health and Rehab?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Galax Health and Rehab a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.