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Currituck Health & Rehab Center

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

3907 Caratoke Highway, Barco, NC 27917100 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 71 Google reviews

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4
3
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7/ 10
critical Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Abuse citation on record
  • Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
  • High staff turnover (55%)
  • High RN turnover (67%)

Bottom 25% in NC · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in SABER HEALTHCARE GROUP chain · $130,293 in fines · Abuse citation

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are only 51% of the national benchmark, which can affect medication management and response times. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

71 reviews on Google
This facility shows a stark divide in experiences - while many families praise the caring staff and rehabilitation services, several reviews detail serious issues including poor communication, facility maintenance problems, and disturbing end-of-life care failures. The positive reviews often come from rehab stays rather than long-term care, which may explain the mixed experiences.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff6.0Clean3.0Activities6.0Meds3.0Memory2.0Comms2.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Strong rehabilitation and therapy programs with multiple families reporting successful recovery outcomes
  • Dedicated staff members like Holly (Social Services Director) and Audrey (Admissions) who are specifically praised by name for responsiveness
  • Family-friendly policies allowing overnight stays and accommodation during difficult times
  • Active holiday programming and family events like Thanksgiving dinners
  • New leadership team appears to be making improvements according to recent reviews

Concerns

  • Severe communication failures including never answering phones and failure to notify families of deaths in appropriate manner
  • Facility maintenance issues including mold behind sinks, falling vanities, and non-functioning call buttons
  • Inconsistent dietary care with reports of inappropriate food for medical conditions
  • Mixing of different care levels (rehab, memory care, assisted living) creating inappropriate environments
  • Multiple reports of unprofessional staff behavior and inadequate training
  • Cleanliness issues including urine odors and stained walls

Rating Trends

2343.32020(3)3.72021(3)4.92022(7)3.62023(7)1.02024(1)4.72025(11)4.72026(39)

Distribution · 71 analyzed

5
54
4
9
3
0
2
1
1
7
27 reviews posted between May 1, 2026May 9, 2026 · 25 were 5-star
12 reviews posted between May 4, 2026May 9, 2026 · 11 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

73%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I've seen some wonderful mentions of Holly and Audrey in recent feedback; how does the admissions and social services team stay in touch with families regarding daily updates?
  • 2With the new leadership team in place, what specific steps are being taken to improve the maintenance of the resident rooms and common areas?
  • 3How does the facility ensure that dietary plans are strictly followed for residents with specific medical or nutritional needs?
  • 4Could you explain how the different care levels, like rehab and memory care, are managed to ensure each resident has an appropriate environment for their needs?
  • 5What is the protocol for notifying family members immediately in the event of a medical emergency or a change in a resident's condition?
  • 6We love the idea of the holiday dinners and family events mentioned in reviews; what kind of regular social activities and family-friendly programs are available for residents?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My dad had passed and instead of calling me to tell me he had died they called the hospice nurse who in turn called me to say that if I wanted to say goodbye I should come. Under the pretense that he was still alive.

Reveals serious communication failures during the most critical moments for families · Jan 2026☆☆☆☆

I have never in my life seen a medical facility that NEVER EVER answers the telephone..how is that?? I called back over 10x, and guess what..no one has still answered the phone

Indicates systemic communication problems that prevent family contact during emergencies · Mar 2026★★☆☆☆

98% of the nurses took amazing care of her. We all got to know each other a bit and it was good. We were treated like real people and not just another family

Shows the facility can provide excellent care when families are highly involved and present · Dec 2023★★★★
Source: 71 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.39hrs
51%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.25hrs
79%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
56%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

6

measures

Worse Than Avg

9

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.5%
Better than Avg
Here
7.5%
US
15.5%
NC
14.1%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.1%
US
19.5%
NC
21.5%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.8%
US
14.4%
NC
16.4%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.2%
US
15.3%
NC
20.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.4%
Better than Avg
Here
98.4%
US
95.5%
NC
94.1%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
89.6%
US
93.4%
NC
91.7%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility31.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
31.2%
US
81.8%
NC
80.1%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility32.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
32.4%
US
79.8%
NC
78.1%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
2.0%
US
1.6%
NC
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

4deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (5.6)
8 complaint-triggered
$130,293 in fines

Families have filed multiple complaints about this facility, triggering several deficiency citations including concerns about resident safety and protection from abuse. The facility shows recurring problems with resident assessments, accident prevention, and medication management across surveys, though most recent issues have correction dates. With 30 total deficiencies across three surveys, families should carefully evaluate whether improvements have been sustained before considering placement.

Dec 4, 2025Routine
3
0637Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0700Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Dec 4, 2025Complaint
1
0602Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Aug 30, 2024Routine
13
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0803Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0842Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0521Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0914Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Aug 30, 2024Complaint
6
0689Immediate jeopardy · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0580Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0600Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

0690Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0660Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

0661Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Jun 8, 2023Routine
6
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0521Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0623Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

0727Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

0625Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Jun 8, 2023Complaint
1
0689Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedResolved (past non-compliance)

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Aug 30, 2024

$120,975

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Currituck Health & Rehab Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Saber Healthcare Group

Chain Size

127 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 117 of 125 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Shh Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Wwbv Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Key personnel

Brandt, KarenW-2 Managing EmployeeVolpe, BenjaminOfficer / DirectorWeisberg, WilliamOfficer / DirectorNicoluzakis, GregoryOfficer / DirectorVolpe, BenjaminOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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