550 South Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204 · Arlington County
Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation An advanced approach to short-term rehab, long-term care and dementia care. Let us help you reach your full recovery potential. Schedule Your Tour We put people first with attentive, high quality care Our “People First” care philosophy combined with state-of-the-art rehabilitatio…
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Typically 90% full (145 of 161 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.
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Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Arlington, VA, with 161 certified beds and an average of about 145 residents per day. It operates as part of the Hill Valley Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.20 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,870–$11,640/mo (median $9,960) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Arlington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (41 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-trad…
Keep all essential equipment working 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.
550 South Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCarlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Arlington, VA area typically runs $8,870–$11,640 per month (median $9,960, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.20 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation has 41 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2022-07-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 90% full (145 of 161 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation in Arlington, VA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 161 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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