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Nursing homes in Dorchester County, South Carolina
There are 4 certified nursing homes in Dorchester County, South Carolina, with 312 beds between them.
25% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (39%). Inspectors recorded 46 health deficiencies over three cycles, 14.7 per 100 beds against 12.1 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $39K across 4 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 | Dorchester County | South Carolina | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 4 | 187 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 25% | 39% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 14.7 | 12.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $39K | $2.7M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv | Summerville | 48 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4.2 | — | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Hallmark Healthcare Center | Summerville | 88 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 20.5 | — | 1 May 2026 |
| St George Healthcare Center | Saint George | 88 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 14.8 | $17K | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center | Summerville | 88 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 14.8 | $23K | 5 May 2026 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 5 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 4 |
| 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. | 3 |
| F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 3 |
| Non profit | 1 |
Chains present: Fundamental Healthcare (3), Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Dorchester County, South Carolina?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 312 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Dorchester County have the highest CMS ratings?
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv (4 stars), Hallmark Healthcare Center (3 stars), St George Healthcare Center (3 stars)
How do Dorchester County nursing homes compare with South Carolina?
25% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 39% statewide; citations run at 14.7 per 100 beds against 12.1 statewide.