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
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv
201 W 9th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483 · Dorchester County
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina provides caring and compassionate senior living & health services. Visit our website to learn more.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% 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.
One of Summerville's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Summerville, SC, with 48 certified beds and an average of about 40 residents per day. It operates as part of the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.58 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.09 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.6%, 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
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.58 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 who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Summerville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 48
- Avg. residents/day
- 40
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 425389
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 |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,910–$5,980/mo (median $5,600) | 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.58
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.09
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.6%
- 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)
- 2
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (2 citations on record — showing the latest 2). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-26Severity 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.
2025-08-26Severity 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
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Studio apartments
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
201 W 9th North Street, Summerville, SC
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv cost?
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Summerville, 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 Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv?
Staff provide about 5.58 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv?
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv has 2 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv offer?
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Summerv in Summerville, SC offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 48 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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