Quick answers
- Where is Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing?
- 230 NC Hwy 141, Murphy, NC 28906, in Cherokee County, North Carolina.
- What is the phone number of Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing?
- (828) 835-7580, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing.
- What did inspectors find at Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing?
- In its last three inspection cycles (July 27, 2023 to March 5, 2026), Medicare lists 12 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (July 27, 2023 to March 5, 2026), Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing had 12 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.54 hours per resident per day; the North Carolina average is 3.87 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: March 5, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 5, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: December 19, 2024 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 19, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 9 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0578 Level E
“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.”
F0761 Level E
“Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0790 Level D
“Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Earlier cycle: July 27, 2023 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 27, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0867 Level E
“Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor 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.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (6)
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0521 Level D
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0211 Level F
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0521 Level E
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | North Carolina | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.47 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.80 | 0.88 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.27 | 2.37 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.54 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.94 | 3.40 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.14 | 0.41 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 34.3% | 48.7% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 44.4% | 45.7% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Murphy Rehabilitation Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy Healthcare Properties LLC | Direct owner | 100% | October 1, 2017 |
| Century Care Management, Inc. | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 1, 2017 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 134 |
| Average residents per day | 111 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Murphy Rehabilitation Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1979-01-15 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 230 NC Hwy 141, Murphy, NC 28906 |
| County | Cherokee County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Phone | (828) 835‑7580 |
| CMS Certification Number | 345190 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Diversicare of Copper Basin15 mi · Copperhill, TN · 2 of 5 stars
- Union County Nursing Home16 mi · Blairsville, GA · 4 of 5 stars
- Clay County Health and Rehabilitation18 mi · Hayesville, NC · 2 of 5 stars
- Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge18 mi · Blue Ridge, GA · 5 of 5 stars
- Valley View Care and Rehabilitation18 mi · Andrews, NC · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Erlanger Murphy Medical Center9.1 mi · Murphy, NC · Critical Access Hospital
- Union General Hospital16 mi · Blairsville, GA · Acute Care Hospital
- Blue Ridge Medical Center18 mi · Blue Ridge, GA · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13