About Highland Farms
Nursing home overview and details
Highland Farms is an nursing home in Black Mountain, NC, serving Buncombe County and the surrounding community. The facility has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 50.8 residents.
Highland Farms has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1971, bringing 55 years of experience in long-term care. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.
Highland Farms has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Black Mountain, NC, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Highland Farms has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Average
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Excellent
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Highland Farms provides 4.86 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.15 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 24.6%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 7.7%. Weekend staffing averages 4.18 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Highland Farms has received 1 fine totaling $4,271. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Highland Farms
10 affiliated physicians
Dr. Thomas Rennard, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Mary Smith, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Evan Jones, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Michael Hite, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Corinne Meynardie
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Drew Schnyder, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Thomas Wolf, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Mark Rohrer, MD
General Practice
Dr. Sissel Topple, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Shelli Cannon, MD
Family Practice
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Highland Farms
What is the CMS rating for Highland Farms?
Highland Farms has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Highland Farms have?
Highland Farms has 60 certified beds with an average daily census of 50.8 residents.
What type of facility is Highland Farms?
Highland Farms is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving Buncombe County in Black Mountain, NC.
How many doctors practice at Highland Farms?
10 physicians are affiliated with Highland Farms. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Highland Farms have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Highland Farms has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·