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Nursing homes in Cherokee County, North Carolina
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Cherokee County, North Carolina, with 210 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (42%). Inspectors recorded 42 health deficiencies over three cycles, 20.0 per 100 beds against 17.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $10K across 2 fines.
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.
| Measure | Cherokee County | North Carolina | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 419 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 42% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 20.0 | 17.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $10K | $15M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing | Murphy | 134 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 9.0 | — | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Valley View Care and Rehabilitation | Andrews | 76 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 30 | 39.5 | $10K | 4 Jun 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 3 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 2 |
| F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Avardis Health (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Cherokee County, North Carolina?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 210 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Cherokee County have the highest CMS ratings?
Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing (4 stars), Valley View Care and Rehabilitation (2 stars)
How do Cherokee County nursing homes compare with North Carolina?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 42% statewide; citations run at 20.0 per 100 beds against 17.8 statewide.