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Blue Ridge Healthcare
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
Blue Ridge Healthcare operates 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 3 states, with 251 certified beds; the largest presence is in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida.
100% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 31.1 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $355K.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Chain membership is as recorded by CMS and can lag ownership changes.
| Measure | Blue Ridge Healthcare | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 1 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 15 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.0 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 74.5% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 0 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 |
| Georgia | 1 |
| Florida | 1 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 4 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 4 |
| F0584 | 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. | 4 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 3 |
| F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | 3 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 3 |
| F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | 3 |
| F0761 | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. | 2 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Lake Nursing and Rehab Care Center | Saint Petersburg | FL | 59 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 49 | 83.1 | $313K | 18 Sep 2024 |
| Buchanan Healthcare Center | Buchanan | GA | 60 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 25.0 | — | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Brookview Healthcare Center | Gaffney | SC | 132 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 10.6 | $43K | 8 Jan 2026 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does Blue Ridge Healthcare operate?
3 Medicare-certified facilities in 3 states, with 251 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are Blue Ridge Healthcare facilities rated?
100% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 0 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 1. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has Blue Ridge Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists 5 fines totalling $355K and 0 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.