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Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc
1516 Grays Highway, Ridgeland, SC 29936
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 88 beds, Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc serves Ridgeland in Beaufort County, South Carolina and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1979.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the South Carolina median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 28 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (20, 2, 6 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 31.8 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 12.6.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), below the South Carolina median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 71.1%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Beaufort Co. median | South Carolina median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 28 | 7 | 11 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 31.8 | 17.0 | 12.6 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.8 | 4.0 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 71.1% | 47.4% | 45.3% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $8,281 | $4,271 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (7 in the county, 187 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: South Carolina average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 23 May 2025, 22 Mar 2024.
Severity mix: J ×3 D ×17 E ×1 F ×7
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Complaint investigation | 9 Jul 2026 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Complaint investigation | 9 Jul 2026 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 9 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
| 13 May 2026 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | J | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | F | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | 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. | F | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0563 | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0584 | Honor 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. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 23 May 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 16 May 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Jun 2024 |
| 22 Mar 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 5 Apr 2024 |
| 22 Mar 2024 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Standard survey | 5 Apr 2024 |
| 6 Jan 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Jan 2024 |
| 19 Jan 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 19 Jan 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 19 Jan 2022 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 19 Jan 2022 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the South Carolina average. Turnover: nursing staff 71.1%, RNs 100.0%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | South Carolina median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 18.1% | 10.7% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.0% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.0% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 15.2% | 11.0% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.3% | 4.9% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 11.4% | 14.2% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. CMS groups this facility with 13 facilities under an individual owner's name; this site does not publish people's names, so no chain page is linked. Legal business name: Sc Opco Llc.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Operations Holdings LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2021 |
| Sc Opco Holdco LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 11/01/2021 |
| Shore Health Management Trust | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 11/01/2021 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Beaufort County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Creek Care Center | Hilton Head Island | 25 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 28.0 | $16K | 18 Mar 2026 |
| The Preston Health Center | Hilton Head Island | 62 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8.1 | $8K | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Fraser Health Center | Hilton Head Island | 33 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 18.2 | — | 10 Apr 2025 |
| Resorts At Beaufort | Beaufort | 170 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 12.9 | $11K | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Life Care Center of Hilton Headabuse icon | Hilton Head Island | 88 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 17.0 | $8K | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal | Port Royal | 65 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 9.2 | $14K | 12 Mar 2026 |
All 7 facilities in Beaufort County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc been cited for?
28 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The South Carolina median is 11 per facility.
Has Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day against a South Carolina median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc?
CMS groups it with other facilities under an individual owner, whose name this site does not publish. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ridgeview Operations Holdings LLC, Sc Opco Holdco LLC and Shore Health Management Trust. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Ridgeland Nursing Center Inc last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 3 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 23 May 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.