nursing home in Summerton, SC
Lake Marion Nursing Facility
1527 Urbana Road, Summerton, SC 29148 · (803) 485-2317
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lake Marion Nursing Facility at a glance
Lake Marion Nursing Facility is a 88-bed non-profit nursing home in Summerton, South Carolina (Clarendon 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 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 5, 2025) found 1 health citation. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $15,646.
Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 88
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 11, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Clarendon County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425300
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 4.00 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.41 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.38 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 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) | 1 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 14 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $15,646 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 88 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 71 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.1% | 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) | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.5% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 11.8% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.5% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 25.9% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.4% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 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) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 5, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2025 |
| September 20, 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 August 7, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| September 20, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 11, 2023 |
| August 17, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 17, 2022 |
| August 17, 2022 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 17, 2022 |
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 $7,823 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLARENDON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/30/2005 |
| BROWDER, CHRISTINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2016 |
| STANLEY, MATHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/09/2022 |
| STANLEY, MATHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/09/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lake Marion Nursing Facility's rating?
Lake Marion Nursing Facility 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 Lake Marion Nursing Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lake Marion Nursing Facility 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 Lake Marion Nursing Facility?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lake Marion Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
Lake Marion Nursing Facility is at 1527 Urbana Road, Summerton, SC 29148. Phone: (803) 485-2317.
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.