The Laurels Of Salisbury
Salisbury, NC · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 345428) · 80 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 3 totaling $45,756
Phone: (704) 637-1182 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Laurels of Salisbury has an overall CMS rating of 3 stars out of 5, which is at the North Carolina state average of about 2.93 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 3 stars, and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
The Laurels of Salisbury reports 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 59.2%.
CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $45,756.00 for The Laurels of Salisbury, with no payment denials on record. There is no abuse icon flagged and the facility is not in CMS's Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
The Laurels of Salisbury is a Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home located in Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina. The facility has been certified since November 19, 1992, and is licensed for 80 certified beds, with an average of 56.2 residents. It operates as a for-profit corporation and is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which includes 81 facilities nationwide with an average chain rating of 2.8 stars out of 5.
According to CMS Care Compare data, The Laurels of Salisbury holds an overall rating of 3 stars out of 5, which is at the state average of 2.93 for North Carolina. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars, its quality measure (QM) rating is 4 stars, and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Nurse staffing levels reported are 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 59.2%.
Regarding the penalty record, CMS reports 3 federal fines totaling $45,756.00 for this facility. There have been 0 payment denials on record. There is no abuse icon flagged for this facility, and it is not currently listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which designates facilities with a history of persistent poor performance under increased regulatory scrutiny.
There has been no change of ownership reported within the last 12 months for this facility. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the facility or via the Medicare Care Compare website.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Laurels of Salisbury has an overall rating of 3 stars out of 5, which is at the North Carolina state average of about 2.93 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, this facility is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.28 hours per resident per day, including 0.63 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 stars; nursing staff turnover is 59.2%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $45,756.00, and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, this facility does not have the CMS abuse icon flagged and is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 80 beds and has an average of 56.2 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which includes 81 facilities with an average rating of 2.8 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since November 19, 1992.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on an overall score, a health inspection score, a staffing score, and a quality measures (QM) score; this facility scores 3, 3, 3, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; please contact the facility at 7046371182 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 7046371182 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current information at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/345428?state=NC.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.