B

MUSC Health Chester Nursing Center

1 Medical Park Drive, Chester, SC 29706
Score: 74 / 100

Musc Health Chester Nursing Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 74/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Chester facility ranks in the 74th percentile among South Carolina nursing homes.

Staffing at Musc Health Chester Nursing Center is near the national average, with 3.93 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Musc Health Chester Nursing Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.93 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.90 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.32 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.48 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Jun 4, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jun 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0582 Severity D
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    Apr 10, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Apr 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Apr 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Apr 10, 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 2.2% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 4.4% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 17.9% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 34.1% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 35.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 74 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
80
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 4, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1