100 Riceville Road, Asheville, NC 28805 · Buncombe County
Discover skilled nursing care in Asheville, NC — a wooded retreat near the Blue Ridge Parkway and the city's vibrant dining and arts scene.
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Typically 88% full (60 of 68 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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The Laurels of Summit Ridge is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Asheville, NC, with 68 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.11 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 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 | $8,570–$11,120/mo (median $9,570) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Asheville 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 (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
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.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…
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.
100 Riceville Road, Asheville, NC
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Talk to an advisor about this communityThe Laurels of Summit Ridge does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Asheville, NC area typically runs $8,570–$11,120 per month (median $9,570, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates The Laurels of Summit Ridge 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
The Laurels of Summit Ridge has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 88% full (60 of 68 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
The Laurels of Summit Ridge in Asheville, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 68 beds.
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.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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