NHC Healthcare - Sumter
Scout 95Sumter, SC · 138 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Sumter's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,990–$9,850/mo
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Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center
880 Carolina Avenue, Sumter, SC 29150 · Sumter County
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (155 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Sumter, SC, with 176 certified beds and an average of about 155 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.28 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $33,097 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.06 hrs/resident/day)
- •$33,097 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Sumter options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 176
- Avg. residents/day
- 155
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 425107
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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.06
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.28
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 48.4%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- 5 ($33,097)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-10Severity 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.
2026-03-10Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-03-10Severity 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.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-20 | Fine | $4,433 |
| 2024-10-11 | Fine | $8,018 |
| 2024-10-11 | Fine | $8,783 |
| 2023-09-29 | Fine | $7,901 |
| 2023-07-21 | Fine | $3,962 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
880 Carolina Avenue, Sumter, 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 Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center
How much does Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center 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 Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 88% full (155 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 Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center in Sumter, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 176 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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