B

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

One Martha Franks Drive, Laurens, SC 29360
Score: 78 / 100

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 78/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Laurens facility ranks in the 78th percentile among South Carolina nursing homes.

Staffing levels at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center exceed national averages, with 4.32 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.68 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 10 deficiencies at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement 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 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.32 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.68 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.01 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.63 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.79 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.41 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

10
Total Deficiencies
Sep 17, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 10 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.
    Sep 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Sep 17, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Aug 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Aug 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 2.9% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 28.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 7.0% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 11.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 78 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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
88
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2