Lynchburg, VA · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Lynchburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,280–$9,550/mo
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Bedford Co Nursing Home
1229 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA 24523 · Bedford County
54
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (82 of 90 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bedford
Bedford Co Nursing Home is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Bedford, VA, with 90 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 0.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.06 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 98.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (0.23 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (98.9%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bedford, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 90
- Avg. residents/day
- 82
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 49E004
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,280–$9,550/mo (median $8,170) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lynchburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 0.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.06
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 98.9%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2023-08-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2023-08-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2023-08-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2023-08-16Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2023-08-16Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
2023-08-16Severity C — minimalAdministration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
2021-08-05Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
2021-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
1229 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bedford Co Nursing Home
How much does Bedford Co Nursing Home cost?
Bedford Co Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bedford, VA area typically runs $7,280–$9,550 per month (median $8,170, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bedford Co Nursing Home's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bedford Co Nursing Home 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bedford Co Nursing Home?
Staff provide about 0.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 98.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bedford Co Nursing Home?
Bedford Co Nursing Home has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-08-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bedford Co Nursing Home have availability?
Typically 91% full (82 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bedford Co Nursing Home offer?
Bedford Co Nursing Home in Bedford, VA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 90 beds.
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