South Carolina: CMS Rating Breakdown
South Carolina operates 187 CMS-certified nursing homes across three ownership categories: 149 for-profit facilities, 24 non-profit organizations, and 14 government-operated homes. These figures represent the current certification cycle according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
The state's nursing homes carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 3.05 out of 5 points. This aggregate figure serves as a broad contextual indicator of the sector within the state and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive assessment of individual facility quality or performance. The Five-Star rating system has documented limitations that constrain its interpretive value at the facility level.
When evaluating a specific nursing home for care decisions, stakeholders should consult the facility's dedicated Care Compare profile and per-facility pages maintained by CMS. These resources provide detailed, facility-specific performance data that supersedes state averages in supporting real-world decision-making. Information derived from state-level ratings does not constitute medical, financial, or legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for comprehensive facility review and professional consultation.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 149 |
| Non Profit | 24 |
| Government | 14 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.