nursing home in Saint George, SC
St George Healthcare Center
905 Duke Street, Saint George, SC 29477 · (843) 563-4602
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
St George Healthcare Center at a glance
St George Healthcare Center is a 88-bed for-profit nursing home in Saint George, South Carolina (Dorchester County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 17, 2026) found 4 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,894.
Nursing staff turnover is 30.6% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 88
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Fundamental Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 18, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dorchester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425143
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 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) | 3.17 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.85 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.6% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 0% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 4 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 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) | $16,894 | $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 | 88 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 82 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.5% | 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) | 2.9% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.5% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.1% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 16.3% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.9% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.4% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 21.4% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.5% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.6% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.6% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 72.9% | 78% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70.5% | 81.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 17, 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 February 20, 2026 |
| February 17, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| February 17, 2026 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| February 17, 2026 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 9, 2025 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 January 23, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | 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 hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| September 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 September 16, 2024 |
| February 8, 2023 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 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 February 22, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2023 |
| February 8, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 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 $16,894 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2024 | Fine | $16,894 |
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% | 08/01/2017 |
| BAPTISTE, MICHELE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| FUNDAMENTAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
| FUNDAMENTAL CLINICAL AND OPERATIONAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
| PRICE, BETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| BAPTISTE, MICHELE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| BAPTISTE, MICHELE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2024 |
| PRICE, BETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| THI OF SOUTH CAROLINA, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St George Healthcare Center's rating?
St George Healthcare Center has 3 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 St George Healthcare Center 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 St George Healthcare Center 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 St George Healthcare Center?
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 St George Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
St George Healthcare Center is at 905 Duke Street, Saint George, SC 29477. Phone: (843) 563-4602.
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.