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Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex

911 South Hughes Street, Apex, NC 27502 · Wake County

UNC Rex Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center of Apex cares for those in the Apex community.

5.0CMS overall rating(919) 363-6011Visit website ↗
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Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 75% 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

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Apex's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Apex, NC, with 107 certified beds and an average of about 80 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 4.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.12 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.71 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No deficiencies at last standard survey
  • No federal fines on record

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds
107
Avg. residents/day
80
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
345508

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,720–$11,320/mo (median $9,740)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Raleigh 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
4.71
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.12
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
26.7%
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)
0
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-05-22
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2023-04-06Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2023-04-06Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2023-04-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2023-04-06Severity 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.

2023-04-06Severity D — 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…

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

911 South Hughes Street, Apex, NC

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex

How much does Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex cost?

Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Apex, NC area typically runs $8,720–$11,320 per month (median $9,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex?

Staff provide about 4.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex?

Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex have availability?

Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex offer?

Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex in Apex, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 107 beds.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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