Map showing the location of Highfield Nursing and Rehabilitation in Cary, North Carolina
6590 Tryon Road, Cary, NC, 27518

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • North CarolinaLowest tier among peers417 rated homes · average 2.9★
  • Wake CountyLowest tier among peers20 rated homes · average 3.2★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.9 vs NC avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★+0.3 vs NC avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star3★−0.2 vs NC avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

  • Abuse citation flagCMS shows an abuse icon: inspectors cited the facility for abuse that led to harm within the past year, or for abuse that could have led to harm in each of the last two years.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersNC avg2.9★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 46% of peersNC avg2.7★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments3★Above only 30% of peersNC avg3.2★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.19hrsAbove only 15% of peersNC avg3.78Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.45hrsAbove only 38% of peersNC avg0.59Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better44%Above 62% of peersNC avg50%RN turnover14%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$201,978Above only 5% of peersNC avg$45,050Fines · denials3 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
25citations
7inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
5immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Feb 28, 2025most recent

Citations by monthJul 2022 – Feb 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Feb 28, 20254 citationsCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardy$17,345
  1. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2025
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2025
  3. F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2025
  4. F807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2025
Nov 22, 20245 citationsCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardy$158,214
  1. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
  2. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
  3. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
  4. F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
  5. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsJ · isolatedCorrected Dec 18, 2024
Oct 24, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 20, 2024
Jun 27, 20247 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 20, 2024
  2. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2024
  3. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2024
  4. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2024
  5. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningB · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2024
  6. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2024
  7. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2024
Nov 8, 20231 citationCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F578Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2023
Jun 29, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst K · immediate jeopardy$26,419
  1. F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
  2. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlK · patternCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Jul 14, 20225 citationsCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsC · widespreadCorrected Aug 20, 2022
  2. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 31, 2022
  3. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 31, 2022
  4. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 31, 2022
  5. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.19hrsAbove only 15% of peers−0.59 vs NC avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.45hrsAbove only 38% of peers−0.14 vs NC avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.98hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.76hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.79hrs
  • North Carolina average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better44%Above 62% of peersNC avg 50%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only14%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy120 certified beds · ~94 residents a day78%Above only 28% of peersNC avg 83%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $201,978In fines
  • 3Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $45,050NC avg in fines
Above only 5% of peersFewer fines than 5% of rated homes in North Carolina

Actions on record

  1. Feb 28, 2025Civil money penalty$17,345
  2. Nov 22, 2024Civil money penalty$158,214
  3. Jun 29, 2023Civil money penalty$26,419

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Consulate Health Care/Independence Living Centers/Nspire Healthcare/Raydiant Health Care42 facilities in the chain2.3★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Operational or managerial control
  • SNF Mgr LLC
  • Tiffany Hoback
  • Tequilla Jones
  • Daniel Morgan
  • Patrick O Brien
  • Vickie O'Quinn
  • Jon Salter
5% Or Greater Security Interest
  • Fc Encore Cary, LLC

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 345403 · 6590 Tryon Road, Cary, NC, 27518.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in North Carolina and Wake County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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