Appalachian Regional Behavioral Healthcare
Linville, North Carolina · Avery CountyCMS #344034
29 BedsGovernmentRural
Financial Snapshot
-17.8%
Operating Margin
State median: 4.5%
-17.8%
Total Margin
98
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 2
43.6%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 61.8%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes10.1%
Obesity33.1%
Uninsured15.7%
PCPs per 10K2.2
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Charles a Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital | 40 | 0 mi |
| Watauga Medical Center | 117 | 14 mi |
| Blue Ridge Regional Hospital | 85 | 16.5 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.