Trinity Elms
Clemmons, NC · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 345565) · 100 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 1 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 2 totaling $15,646
Phone: (336) 747-1153 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Trinity Elms has a CMS overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the North Carolina state average of about 2.93. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Trinity Elms reports 4.96 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.70 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 50.5%. CMS gives the facility a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Trinity Elms has 2 federal fines on record totaling $15,646.00, and no payment denials. CMS does not list an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility based on the available data.
About this facility
Trinity Elms is a 100-bed nursing home in Clemmons, North Carolina (Forsyth County), operating under non-profit, church-related ownership and certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since November 13, 2014. The facility averages 90.8 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Trinity Elms has an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the North Carolina state average of 2.93. This overall score is composed of a health inspection rating of 3 stars, a quality measure (QM) rating of 1 star, and a staffing rating of 4 stars.
Nurse staffing is reported at 4.96 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.70 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 50.5%.
On penalties: CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $15,646.00 for this facility. There have been no payment denials on record.
Trinity Elms is part of the Lutheran Services Carolinas chain, which includes 9 facilities with an average chain rating of 4.2 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the facility and review the latest information on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Trinity Elms has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below the North Carolina state average of 2.93.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Trinity Elms is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
The facility reports 4.96 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.70 RN hours, with a 50.5% nursing turnover rate, earning a 4-star staffing rating.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $15,646.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The provided CMS data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for Trinity Elms.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Trinity Elms is certified for 100 beds and averages 90.8 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a non-profit, church-related organization and is part of the Lutheran Services Carolinas chain, which has 9 facilities averaging a 4.2 star rating.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
Trinity Elms was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on November 13, 2014.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; Trinity Elms scores 2, 3, 4, and 1 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 3367471153 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not include tour or facility-condition details; contact Trinity Elms at 3367471153 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest official record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/345565?state=NC.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.