Pruitthealth- Walterboro faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 48/100. The facility ranks in the 43th percentile among South Carolina nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Pruitthealth- Walterboro, with 3.25 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Pruitthealth- Walterboro, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.25 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.45 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.10 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.49 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.34 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jan 27, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Dec 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0553 Severity DAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Dec 17, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventDec 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Dec 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 7.7% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.4% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 18.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 6.6% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 10.1% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 18.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $12,263
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 48 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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