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Saluda Nursing Center

3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 29138 · Saluda County

Saluda Nursing and Rehab Center is a non-profit 176-bed nursing care facility, serving Saluda County since 1968 offering 24/7 skilled nursing.

2.0CMS overall rating(864) 445-2146 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 85% full (149 of 176 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Saluda

Saluda Nursing Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Saluda, SC, with 176 certified beds and an average of about 149 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.63 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.69 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $16,984 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.63 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Saluda options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 176
Avg. residents/day: 149
Ownership: Government - County
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 425081

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	$8,500–$10,480/mo (median $9,240)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Columbia 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: 4.63; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.69; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 22.8%; 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): 4
Federal fines: 2 ($16,984)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-04-17
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-04-17Severity J — immediate jeopardyResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2025-04-17Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2025-04-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2024-05-15Severity 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.

2024-05-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

2022-07-21Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2022-07-21Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

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
2025-04-17	Fine	$8,492
2025-04-17	Fine	$8,492

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, 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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Common questions about Saluda Nursing Center

How much does Saluda Nursing Center cost?

Saluda Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saluda, SC area typically runs $8,500–$10,480 per month (median $9,240, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Saluda Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Saluda Nursing Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Saluda Nursing Center?

Staff provide about 4.63 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Saluda Nursing Center?

Saluda Nursing Center has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Saluda Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 85% full (149 of 176 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Saluda Nursing Center offer?

Saluda Nursing Center in Saluda, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 176 beds.

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