Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center
202 Painter St · Galax, VA · 24333 · 2762365164
135 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Saber Healthcare Group
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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: 5 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.03 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 24, 2021
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 20, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
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.
Corrected July 20, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 20, 2021 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 495126 · certified since February 26, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.