nursing home in Charleston, SC
Riverside Health and Rehab
2375 Baker Hosp Blvd, Charleston, SC 29405 · (843) 744-2750
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Riverside Health and Rehab at a glance
Riverside Health and Rehab is a 160-bed for-profit nursing home in Charleston, South Carolina (Charleston County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 2.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 21, 2026) found 3 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $27,788.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.2% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 160
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Fundamental Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Charleston County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425082
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.72 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.26 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.52 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.45 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 38 | 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) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $27,788 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 160 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 155 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.8% | 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) | 2.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.2% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.3% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.6% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.9% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.5% | 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) | 18.6% | 21% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.7% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.8% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 42.5% | 78% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 32.5% | 81.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2026 |
| April 15, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 15, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $27,788 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2024 | Fine | $5,423 |
| November 19, 2024 | Fine | $5,422 |
| March 15, 2024 | Fine | $16,943 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| THI OF SOUTH CAROLINA, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/30/2003 |
| CASTLE, PATTY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/05/2023 |
| CASTLE, PATTY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/05/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Riverside Health and Rehab's rating?
Riverside Health and Rehab has 1 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 Riverside Health and Rehab receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Riverside Health and Rehab 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 Riverside Health and Rehab?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Fundamental Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Riverside Health and Rehab and how do I contact it?
Riverside Health and Rehab is at 2375 Baker Hosp Blvd, Charleston, SC 29405. Phone: (843) 744-2750.
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.