Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good option for families, although there is room for improvement. It ranks #11 out of 417 facilities in North Carolina, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 19 facilities in Buncombe County. The facility is showing improvement, having reduced issues from 2 in 2024 to none in 2025. Staffing is a concern, with a rating of 0 stars and a high turnover rate of 0%, which is below the state average. However, the facility has incurred $15,269 in fines, which is average compared to other facilities, and it has a critical incident where a medication error led to a resident being hospitalized due to receiving the wrong medications. Families should weigh these strengths and weaknesses when considering care options.
- Trust Score
- B
- In North Carolina
- #11/417
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $15,269 in fines. Higher than 100% of North Carolina facilities. Major compliance failures.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- RN staffing data not reported for this facility.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews with staff and the Nurse Practitioner, the facility failed to protect the resident's right...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interviews the facility failed to discard food items past the use by date in 1 of 2 reach-in coolers; discard food with signs of spoilage in 2 of 2 walk-in coolers; and...
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Mar 2023
3 deficiencies
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff and physician interviews, the facility failed to prevent a significant medication error when Nurse...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interviews with staff, Consultant Pharmacist, and Medical Director, the facility failed to monitor t...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to accurately code Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in the ar...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 1 life-threatening violation(s). Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 5 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $15,269 in fines. Above average for North Carolina. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within North Carolina, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Staffed?
Detailed staffing data for Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is not available in the current CMS dataset.
What Have Inspectors Found at Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center during 2023 to 2024. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 4 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center?
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 163 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 45% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in Black Mountain, North Carolina.
How Does Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Compare to Other North Carolina Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Carolina, Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8 and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations.
Is Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in North Carolina. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Stick Around?
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Ever Fined?
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center has been fined $15,269 across 1 penalty action. This is below the North Carolina average of $33,232. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center on Any Federal Watch List?
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.