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Meridian Center

707 North Elm Street, High Point, NC 27262 · Guilford County

Meridian Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 707 North Elm St, High Point, NC 27262-3917, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, and .

1.0CMS overall rating(336) 885-0141 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.

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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Meridian Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in High Point, NC, with 199 certified beds and an average of about 166 residents per day. It operates as part of the Genesis Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.93 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $88,566 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (2.93 hrs/resident/day)
•$88,566 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated High Point options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 199
Avg. residents/day: 166
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Genesis Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 345172

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	$8,250–$10,700/mo (median $9,210)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Greensboro prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 2.93; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.35; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.3%; 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): 9
Federal fines: 5 ($88,566)
Total penalties: 5
Last standard survey: 2025-08-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-20Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-08-20Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-20Severity E — 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.

2025-08-20Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.

2025-08-20Severity 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.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-08-20Severity B — minimalResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

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
2025-08-20	Fine	$54,964
2024-09-04	Fine	$16,801
2024-05-17	Fine	$4,017
2024-05-17	Fine	$4,766
2024-05-17	Fine	$8,018

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

707 North Elm Street, High Point, 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

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Common questions about Meridian Center

How much does Meridian Center cost?

Meridian Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the High Point, NC area typically runs $8,250–$10,700 per month (median $9,210, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Meridian Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Meridian Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Meridian Center?

Staff provide about 2.93 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Meridian Center?

Meridian Center has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Meridian Center have availability?

Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Meridian Center offer?

Meridian Center in High Point, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 199 beds.

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