Bethesda Health Care Facility
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Bethesda Health Care Facility in Eastover, North Carolina has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating an excellent reputation and high quality of care. Ranking #10 out of 417 nursing homes in the state places it in the top half of facilities, and it is #2 out of 10 in Cumberland County, suggesting only one local option is better. The facility is newly inspected with no previous trend data available, but it has a good staff turnover rate of 45%, slightly below the state average, although staffing is rated average at 3 out of 5 stars. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, and the facility has adequate RN coverage, ensuring that health concerns are addressed effectively. However, a recent inspection found that the facility failed to provide a required Medicare notification to a resident, which is a concern as it could affect the resident's understanding of their coverage. Families should weigh these strengths against the noted issue when considering this facility for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- A
- In North Carolina
- #10/417
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 45% turnover. Near North Carolina's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 27 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for North Carolina. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (45%)
3 points below North Carolina average of 48%
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near North Carolina avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record
Nov 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide the required Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Servi...
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Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in North Carolina.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
- • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Bethesda Health Care Facility's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Bethesda Health Care Facility 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 Bethesda Health Care Facility Staffed?
CMS rates Bethesda Health Care Facility's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 45%, compared to the North Carolina average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bethesda Health Care Facility?
State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at Bethesda Health Care Facility during 2024. These included: 1 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Bethesda Health Care Facility?
Bethesda Health Care Facility is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 85 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 87% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Eastover, North Carolina.
How Does Bethesda Health Care Facility Compare to Other North Carolina Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Carolina, Bethesda Health Care Facility's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (45%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bethesda Health Care Facility?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Bethesda Health Care Facility Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Bethesda Health Care Facility has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in North Carolina. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Bethesda Health Care Facility Stick Around?
Bethesda Health Care Facility has a staff turnover rate of 45%, which is about average for North Carolina nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Bethesda Health Care Facility Ever Fined?
Bethesda Health Care Facility has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Bethesda Health Care Facility on Any Federal Watch List?
Bethesda Health Care Facility 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.