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Nursing homes in Columbus County, North Carolina
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Columbus County, North Carolina, with 323 beds between them.
67% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (42%). Inspectors recorded 93 health deficiencies over three cycles, 28.8 per 100 beds against 17.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $515K across 7 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Columbus County | North Carolina | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 419 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 67% | 42% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 28.8 | 17.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $515K | $15M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreland Health Care and Retirement Center Inc | Whiteville | 89 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 11.2 | $5K | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Whiteville | 107 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 25.2 | $127K | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Premier Living and Rehab Centerabuse iconSFF Candidate | Lake Waccamaw | 127 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 56 | 44.1 | $384K | 26 Jun 2025 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 6 |
| F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | 6 |
| F0761 | 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. | 5 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 5 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 5 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 3 |
Chains present: Liberty Senior Living (2).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Columbus County, North Carolina?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 323 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Columbus County have the highest CMS ratings?
Shoreland Health Care and Retirement Center Inc (3 stars), Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (1 stars), Premier Living and Rehab Center (1 stars)
How do Columbus County nursing homes compare with North Carolina?
67% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 42% statewide; citations run at 28.8 per 100 beds against 17.8 statewide.