Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sumter, South Carolina
1 of 3 nursing homes in Sumter (33%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
410
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$105,778 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
19 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sumter, South Carolina, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 33% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two out of three facilities have incurred a total of $105,778 in fines, indicating potential concerns in quality at those locations.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 NHC Healthcare - Sumter (90) — NHC Healthcare - Sumter is a top-tier facility boasting a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With an A grade and zero fines, this for-profit corporation excels in providing quality care with 138 beds dedicated to ensuring residents receive personalized attention and support.
The other 2 Sumter facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $105K.
Recommended
NHC Healthcare - Sumter is a top-tier facility boasting a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With an A grade and zero fines, this for-profit corporation excels in providing quality care with 138 beds dedicated to ensuring residents receive personalized attention and support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Sumter Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.44 | 0.32 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 8 | 25.3 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $105,778
Questions Sumter Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Sumter's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Sumter facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sumter avg is 19 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sumter facilities average 25.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Sumter at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 2 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
- $105K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $63K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 30.0 (dragged down by 2 F-grades)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 25.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Sumter, SC are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Sumter (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sumter "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Sumter?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.