River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1624 Highland Drive · Washington, NC 27889 · 128 certified beds
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Ridgewood Living & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Washington, North Carolina. Its reported capacity is 128 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of CCH Healthcare. Our copy of the inspection record holds 30 citations, the newest dated 5 September 2025. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.47 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
22
Records from May 2023 to September 2025.
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · E
Citation F0887Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · E
Citation F0947Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0947 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · B
Citation F0925Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0602Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0602 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 5, 2025 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-05 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0925Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · E
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-12 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $10,868
September 5, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134766CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $10,868 against this nursing home on 2025-09-05 (Fine ID: 134766). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.47 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: CCH Healthcare
Chain ID 124 · 33 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: CCH Healthcare LLC
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Median · NC$9,733/moOther licensed providers in Washington, with their own public records.
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