Skilled NursingCMS verified

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center

1515 W Pettigrew Street, Durham, NC 27705 · Durham County

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center - Durham

4.0CMS overall rating(919) 286-0751 Visit website ↗

Good

Haven Scout Score

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

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center photo 10

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center photo 11

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center photo 12

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 85% full (82 of 96 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Durham

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Durham, NC, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sovereign Healthcare Holdings network.

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

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.57 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Durham for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 96
Avg. residents/day: 82
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Sovereign Healthcare Holdings
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 345053

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	$8,660–$11,250/mo (median $9,680)	Local market estimate

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

Request exact pricing for Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center →

Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.57; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.60; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 63.9%; 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): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-07Severity F — 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.

2025-03-07Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-03-07Severity 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.

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-03-07Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-03-07Severity B — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2024-04-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate foot care.

2024-04-18Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

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
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1515 W Pettigrew Street, Durham, 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

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

3.4

82 reviews →

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center

How much does Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center cost?

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Durham, NC area typically runs $8,660–$11,250 per month (median $9,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center?

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 85% full (82 of 96 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center offer?

Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 96 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Durham.
The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Start with a free shortlist →Take the 2-minute assessment

Your next steps — this week

1
Confirm the fit
Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
2
Get exact pricing & availability
Request current rates for Pettigrew Rehabilitation Center — takes one minute, answered same day.
3
Tour 2–3 communities
Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
4
Hold a spot
Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.