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Lakes At Litchfield

120 Lakes At Litchfield Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Score: 85 / 100

Lakes At Litchfield is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 85/100, it ranks in the top 14% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Lakes At Litchfield exceed national averages, with 5.33 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.34 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 9 deficiencies at Lakes At Litchfield. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.33 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.34 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.18 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.81 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.80 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.06 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

9
Total Deficiencies
Mar 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0582 Severity D
    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
    Mar 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0760 Severity D
    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    Nov 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jul 25, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jul 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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.
    Dec 14, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Quality measure data not available for this facility.

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $5,244

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 85 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -0 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
24
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1