nursing home in Columbia, SC
Life Care Center of Columbia
2514 Faraway Drive, Columbia, SC 29223 · (803) 865-1999
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Columbia at a glance
Life Care Center of Columbia is a 179-bed for-profit nursing home in Columbia, South Carolina (Richland County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.5 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 (June 19, 2025) found 4 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.8% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 179
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- July 7, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Richland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425337
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.46 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.95 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.8% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.8% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 52.5 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 179 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 102 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.8% | 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.7% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 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) | 14.2% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.5% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.7% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1% | 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) | 12.5% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.3% | 16.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 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) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.4% | 78% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2025 |
| June 19, 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 June 20, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 26, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 16, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 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 June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Complaint | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 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 June 8, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 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 June 8, 2024 |
| March 30, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 30, 2022 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 30, 2022 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 April 30, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOPER, CAROL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 33% | 08/11/2001 |
| COOPER, CAROL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2001 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| MIRVILLE, PETERSON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/1993 |
| WALDROP, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2025 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2025 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1994 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2020 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2025 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/20/2001 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| MIRVILLE, PETERSON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2022 |
| ROBINSON, SHARI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2023 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1993 |
| MIRVILLE, PETERSON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2022 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2025 |
| ROBINSON, SHARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2023 |
| WALDROP, JOEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Columbia's rating?
Life Care Center of Columbia has 2 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 Life Care Center of Columbia 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 Life Care Center of Columbia 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 Life Care Center of Columbia?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Columbia and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Columbia is at 2514 Faraway Drive, Columbia, SC 29223. Phone: (803) 865-1999.
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.