B

Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center

157 Home Avenue, Darlington, SC 29532
Score: 80 / 100

Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 80/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Darlington facility ranks in the 82th percentile among South Carolina nursing homes.

Staffing levels at Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center exceed national averages, with 5.83 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.65 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 13 deficiencies at Bethea Baptist Healthcare 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 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.83 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.54 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.65 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.12 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.48 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

13
Total Deficiencies
Apr 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0660 Severity D
    Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Apr 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0625 Severity D
    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospi
    Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 11.1% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.8% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 12.3% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.4% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 14.3% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 4.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 80 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: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
88
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5