Life Care Center Of Charleston
N Charleston, SC · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 425332) · 148 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 2 totaling $24,247
Phone: (843) 764-3500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Life Care Center Of Charleston has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the South Carolina state average of 3.01. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Life Care Center Of Charleston reports total nurse staffing of 3.54 hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 42.7%.
CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $24,247.00 for Life Care Center Of Charleston, with 0 payment denials on record. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed in the CMS Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Life Care Center Of Charleston is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in N Charleston, South Carolina, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since February 1994. The facility maintains 148 certified beds with an average daily census of 117.2 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the South Carolina state average of 3.01. The rating breaks down across four CMS measures: a Health Inspection rating of 2 stars, a Quality Measures rating of 5 stars, and a Staffing rating of 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of 3.54 hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 42.7%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 2 federal fines totaling $24,247.00 for this facility, with 0 payment denials on record. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which is reserved for homes CMS identifies as persistently underperforming and subject to increased inspection frequency.
This facility is part of the Life Care Centers Of America chain, which operates 194 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.4 stars. CMS records show no change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The facility has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the South Carolina state average of 3.01.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS reports 3.54 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5; nursing turnover is 42.7%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS lists 2 fines totaling $24,247.00 and 0 payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 148 certified beds and an average daily census of 117.2 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Life Care Centers Of America chain, which operates 194 facilities nationwide with an average rating of 3.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on February 2, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspections (2 stars here), Staffing (3 stars), Quality Measures (5 stars), and an Overall rating (3 stars) combining these components.
Did this facility change ownership recently?
No, CMS records show no change of ownership in the past 12 months, so the current ratings reflect the present operator.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 8437643500 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/425332?state=SC.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.