Charleston, SC · 41 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Charleston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,170–$11,300/mo
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Ashley River Healthcare
1137 Sam Rittenburg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407 · Charleston County
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 77% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Charleston
Ashley River Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Charleston, SC, with 125 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $46,164 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •$46,164 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Charleston for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 125
- Avg. residents/day
- 97
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 425362
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,170–$11,300/mo (median $9,960) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Charleston prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 2
- Federal fines
- 1 ($46,164)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-18Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-04-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-01-10Severity L — immediate jeopardyEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2024-01-10Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-01-10Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-01-10Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-01-10Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-10 | Fine | $46,164 |
| 2024-01-10 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1137 Sam Rittenburg Blvd., Charleston, SC
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Ashley River Healthcare
How much does Ashley River Healthcare cost?
Ashley River Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Charleston, SC area typically runs $9,170–$11,300 per month (median $9,960, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Ashley River Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Ashley River Healthcare 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
What did inspectors find at Ashley River Healthcare?
Ashley River Healthcare has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Ashley River Healthcare have availability?
Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Ashley River Healthcare offer?
Ashley River Healthcare in Charleston, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 125 beds.
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