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Medford Nursing Center

105 Medford Drive, Darlington, SC 29532 · Darlington County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 94% full (83 of 88 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Darlington

Medford Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Darlington, SC, with 88 certified beds and an average of about 83 residents per day. It operates as part of the Wilson Senior Care network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.58 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.10 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Darlington, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
88
Avg. residents/day
83
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Wilson Senior Care
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
425176

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,880–$9,710/mo (median $8,560)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Florence prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.10
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.58
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
51.5%
National avg ≈ 52%

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
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-03-19
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-02-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-02-06Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2023-06-08Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services

Location

105 Medford Drive, Darlington, SC

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Medford Nursing Center

How much does Medford Nursing Center cost?

Medford Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Darlington, SC area typically runs $7,880–$9,710 per month (median $8,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Medford Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Medford Nursing Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Medford Nursing Center?

Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Medford Nursing Center?

Medford Nursing Center has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Medford Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 94% full (83 of 88 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Medford Nursing Center offer?

Medford Nursing Center in Darlington, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 88 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Florence.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Your next steps — this week

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogle

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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