nursing home in Camden, SC
Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care
40 Lindsay Lane, Camden, SC 29020 · (803) 572-8999
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care at a glance
Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care is a 132-bed government nursing home in Camden, South Carolina (Kershaw County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 2025) found 4 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $19,460.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.8% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 132
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1972
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Kershaw County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425080
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.06 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.92 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.8% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 10.3% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 42.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $19,460 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 132 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 127 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.1% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.9% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.4% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.5% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.6% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.7% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 20.6% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.4% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| July 21, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| July 19, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| September 25, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $19,460 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $19,460 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care's rating?
Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Carolina nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care and how do I contact it?
Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care is at 40 Lindsay Lane, Camden, SC 29020. Phone: (803) 572-8999.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.