nursing home in Port Royal, SC
Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal
1810 Richmond Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935 · (843) 781-7700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal at a glance
Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal is a 65-bed for-profit nursing home in Port Royal, South Carolina (Beaufort 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 12, 2026) found 5 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,069.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.3% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 65
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sprenger Health Care Systems
- Medicare-certified since
- September 26, 2018
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Beaufort County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425413
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) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.44 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.04 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.88 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.3% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.3% | 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) | 5 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 73 | 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) | $14,069 | $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 | 65 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.3% | 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) | 9.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.4% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 6.1% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.2% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.3% | 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) | 28% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.9% | 16.7% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 100% | 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) | 0.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 12, 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 May 8, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 12, 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 April 3, 2026 |
| November 25, 2025 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 | Past Non-Compliance |
| September 30, 2023 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 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 $14,069 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2025 | Fine | $14,069 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHCS INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/25/2016 |
| SPRENGER, NICOLE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 50% | 05/25/2016 |
| SPRENGER, TRACEY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 50% | 05/25/2016 |
| ALLEN-DAVIS, TIKESHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| CITRIN COOPERMAN AND COMPANY, LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| CMS & CO. MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2025 |
| COURTOCK, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2002 |
| DELTA HEALTH CARE CONSULTANTS, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| DERRICK, FLETCHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| DIXON, TERESA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2024 |
| EPPERLY, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2022 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GOLLINGER, KRISTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2000 |
| HUNTINGTON Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2017 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MARINO-FREETAGE, JAIME Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| MICALE, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
| SHC OF PORT ROYAL, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2015 |
| SHC REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2015 |
| SPRENGER, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2015 |
| SPRENGER, TRACEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2015 |
| WELLSPRING STAFFING, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2017 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| HUTSENPILLER, WENDIE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| MALANOWSKI, KENNETH Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2025 |
| ALLEN-DAVIS, TIKESHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| CMS & CO. MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| COURTOCK, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/02/2002 |
| DERRICK, FLETCHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| DIXON, TERESA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2024 |
| EPPERLY, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2022 |
| FOX, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| GOLLINGER, KRISTEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2000 |
| KUHN, SHANNON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2024 |
| MARINO-FREETAGE, JAIME Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| MICALE, JACOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal's rating?
Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal 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 Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal 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 Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Sprenger Health Care Systems. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal and how do I contact it?
Sprenger Health Care of Port Royal is at 1810 Richmond Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935. Phone: (843) 781-7700.
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.