nursing home in Columbia, SC
Wildewood Downs
1215 Wildewood Downs Circle, Columbia, SC 29223 · (803) 788-5115
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wildewood Downs at a glance
Wildewood Downs is a 32-bed for-profit nursing home in Columbia, South Carolina (Richland County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 5.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 22, 2026) found 2 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 41.2% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 32
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Senior Living Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- June 30, 2006
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Richland County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425385
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 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) | 5.27 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.22 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.74 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.2% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 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 | 32 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 27 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.3% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
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) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 81.3% | 78% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 81.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 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 February 18, 2026 |
| October 10, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 10, 2024 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 November 8, 2024 |
| October 10, 2024 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 November 8, 2024 |
| October 10, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 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 9, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 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 7, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 04/15/2019 |
| THOMPSON, JOSHUA Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 04/15/2019 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH INVESTORS, INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/02/2025 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| THOMPSON, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wildewood Downs's rating?
Wildewood Downs has 5 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 Wildewood Downs receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wildewood Downs accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Wildewood Downs?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Senior Living Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wildewood Downs and how do I contact it?
Wildewood Downs is at 1215 Wildewood Downs Circle, Columbia, SC 29223. Phone: (803) 788-5115.
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.