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NHC Healthcare - Sumter

1018 N Guignard, Sumter, SC 29150 · Sumter County

1018 North Guignard DriveSumter,SC 29150Main Phone: (803) 773-5567 Skilled NursingContinuing CareRehabilitationRespite CareHospice Care

5.0CMS overall rating(803) 773-5567 Visit website ↗

Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

Photos via facility website.

Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (132 of 138 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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.

One of Sumter's top-rated skilled nursing communities

NHC Healthcare - Sumter is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Sumter, SC, with 138 certified beds and an average of about 132 residents per day. It operates as part of the National Healthcare Corporation network.

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

Staff provide about 3.27 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.27 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Sumter for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 138
Avg. residents/day: 132
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: National Healthcare Corporation
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 425109

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,990–$9,850/mo (median $8,680)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sumter 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: 3.27; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.47; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 31.6%; 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): 0
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-02-28
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (8 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2023-06-15Severity 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.

2023-06-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2023-06-15Severity D — 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…

2021-11-12Severity 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.

2021-11-12Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2021-11-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2021-11-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2021-11-12Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

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
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1018 N Guignard, Sumter, SC

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about NHC Healthcare - Sumter

How much does NHC Healthcare - Sumter cost?

NHC Healthcare - Sumter does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sumter, SC area typically runs $7,990–$9,850 per month (median $8,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is NHC Healthcare - Sumter's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates NHC Healthcare - Sumter 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at NHC Healthcare - Sumter?

Staff provide about 3.27 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at NHC Healthcare - Sumter?

NHC Healthcare - Sumter has 8 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does NHC Healthcare - Sumter have availability?

Typically 96% full (132 of 138 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does NHC Healthcare - Sumter offer?

NHC Healthcare - Sumter in Sumter, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 138 beds.

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