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Autumn Care of Salisbury

1505 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC 28146 · Rowan County

Skilled nursing facility in Salisbury, NC since 1997 near I-85. Autumn Care of Salisbury offers personalized senior care, engaging activities, and outings.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (90 of 97 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Salisbury

Autumn Care of Salisbury is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Salisbury, NC, with 97 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saber Healthcare Group network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.59 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,738 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.23 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (69.6%)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Salisbury, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 97
Avg. residents/day: 90
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Saber Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 345269

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,650–$11,220/mo (median $9,650)	Local market estimate

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.23; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.59; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 69.6%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 6
Federal fines: 1 ($8,738)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-04-02
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-02Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-04-02Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2026-04-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2026-04-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

2026-04-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-03-06Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2023-07-10	Fine	$8,738

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

1505 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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4.3

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Common questions about Autumn Care of Salisbury

How much does Autumn Care of Salisbury cost?

Autumn Care of Salisbury does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Salisbury, NC area typically runs $8,650–$11,220 per month (median $9,650, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Autumn Care of Salisbury's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Autumn Care of Salisbury 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Autumn Care of Salisbury?

Staff provide about 3.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Autumn Care of Salisbury?

Autumn Care of Salisbury has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Autumn Care of Salisbury have availability?

Typically 93% full (90 of 97 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Autumn Care of Salisbury offer?

Autumn Care of Salisbury in Salisbury, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 97 beds.

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