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178 South 1200 East St. George, UT 84790 · Washington County
All 6 nursing homes in St. George, UT (5 take Medicaid)
CMS certification number 465152 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the Utah average of 3.5.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 3.08 hours per resident per day at Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation, below the Utah median of 3.68 (US median: 3.72). About 0.86 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 2.66 hours, 14% below its all-week average. 67.1% of nursing staff left within a year (Utah median 50.6%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there.
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation: Medicare and Medicaid
Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Utah's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on January 8, 2026 and found 2 deficiencies. In total, inspectors issued 64 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 64 citations at Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation across 3 inspection dates, 56 of them from complaint investigations. 1 was at the immediate-jeopardy level (J–L), CMS's most serious category, most recently on November 13, 2024 (complaint inspection). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (12) and nutrition and dietary (10). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody" (tag F0600, level J, November 13, 2024). 7 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
January 8, 2026 · 2 citations
DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
DEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
November 13, 2024 · 56 citations, includes immediate jeopardy · includes complaint inspection
JProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
HProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
HEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
HAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
HSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
GProtect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
GProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
GProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
GEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
GProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
FProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
EHonor 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.
EHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
EDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
ENotify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
ECreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
EEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
EProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
EImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
EKeep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record.
EEnsure 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.
EEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
EEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
EEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
EEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
ESafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
EEducate 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.
EMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
DAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
DEnsure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
DHonor 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.
DProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
DPrepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
DProvide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
DEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
DProvide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
DPost nurse staffing information every day.
DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
DProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
DEnsure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
DProvide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
DArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
DImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
DDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
June 28, 2023 · 6 citations, includes actual harm
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
DImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Questions to ask on a tour of Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation
- Inspectors cited the home at the immediate-jeopardy level on November 13, 2024 under the rule on freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on January 8, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- CMS rates staffing 2 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
- Nursing staff turnover was 67.1% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
- The home averages about 48% of its beds filled. Are any units closed?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
2 penalties in the last three years, including $81,346 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2024 | Fine | $68,812 |
| Feb 6, 2024 | Fine | $12,534 |
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| August 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 4/5 |
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Hospitals near Bella Terra St George (Black Rock Health and Rehabilitation
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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St. George Regional Hospital St GeorgeEmergency room ★★★★★ Medicare overall 5 of 5Median ER visit 2h 27m for patients treated and sent home
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