About Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
Nursing home overview and details
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk is a for-profit nursing home in Banner Elk, NC, serving Avery County and the surrounding community. The facility has 118 certified beds with an average daily census of 68.3 residents.
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1981, bringing 45 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Banner Elk, 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
Excellent
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has earned a 5-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
Very Good
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Below Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk provides 2.97 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.39 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 25.0%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 55.6%. Weekend staffing averages 2.75 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.
Doctors at Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
What is the CMS rating for Life Care Center Of Banner Elk?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Life Care Center Of Banner Elk have?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has 118 certified beds with an average daily census of 68.3 residents.
What type of facility is Life Care Center Of Banner Elk?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Avery County in Banner Elk, NC.
How many doctors practice at Life Care Center Of Banner Elk?
2 physicians are affiliated with Life Care Center Of Banner Elk. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Life Care Center Of Banner Elk have any safety concerns?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·