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Life Care Center of Banner Elk
Nursing home Banner Elk, NC
185 Norwood Hollow Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604 · (828) 898-5136
Overall rating 4
Health inspections 4
Staffing 3
Quality of resident care 3
Certified beds118
Residents on an average day66
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation · Life Care Centers of America
Medicare-certified sinceOct 1, 1981
Ratings compared with North Carolina and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | North Carolina average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 4 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 3 | 2.7 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 3 | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with North Carolina and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | North Carolina average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.18 | 3.85 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.41 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 17.6% | 49% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 28.6% | 45.6% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Other options nearby
- The Waters of Roan Highlands,llc
10.8 mi away5★ - The Foley Center at Chestnut Ridge
10.7 mi away2★ - Glenbridge Health And Rehabilitation
12.7 mi away1★
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).