Trinity Ridge
2140 Medical Park Drive · Hickory, NC · 28602 · 8283226995
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Lutheran Services Carolinas
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.89 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected April 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 345106 · certified since December 10, 1973. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.