Saluda Nursing Center
Saluda, SC · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 425081) · 176 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: 2 totaling $16,984
Phone: (864) 445-2146 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Saluda Nursing Center has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the South Carolina state average of about 3.01. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars, while its staffing rating is 5 stars.
Saluda Nursing Center reports 4.49 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 5 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 17.9%.
Saluda Nursing Center has 2 federal fines on record totaling $16,984.00, with no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed in the Special Focus program.
About this facility
Saluda Nursing Center is a government (county)-owned nursing home in Saluda, South Carolina, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since August 1971. The facility is licensed for 176 beds and reports an average of 151.5 residents, indicating it typically operates below full capacity.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Saluda Nursing Center holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the South Carolina state average of 3.01. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 2 stars, quality measure (QM) rating of 3 stars, and staffing rating of 5 stars.
Nurse staffing levels total 4.49 hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 17.9% annually.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 2 federal fines totaling $16,984.00 for this facility. There are no payment denials on record. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed in the CMS Special Focus program for persistently underperforming facilities.
Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so the ratings above reflect the current operator. This facility is not identified as part of a multi-facility chain in the available data.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details, including any recent inspection findings or rating updates, directly on Care Compare before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Saluda Nursing Center has an overall 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?
Yes, Saluda Nursing Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
The facility reports 4.49 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours per resident per day, with nursing turnover at 17.9% and a 5-star staffing rating.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS lists 2 fines totaling $16,984.00, and there are no payment denials on record.
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 listed in the Special Focus program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Saluda Nursing Center is certified for 176 beds and reports an average of 151.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
The facility is owned by a county government entity; the available data does not indicate it is part of a multi-facility chain.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on August 16, 1971.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Saluda Nursing Center scores 3, 2, 5, and 3 stars respectively in these categories.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 8644452146 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 8644452146 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details for Saluda Nursing Center at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/425081?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.