nursing home in Florence, SC
Veteran Village
1200 E National Cemetery Road, Florence, SC 29506 · (843) 432-4600
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Veteran Village at a glance
Veteran Village is a 52-bed government nursing home in Florence, South Carolina (Florence 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 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2026) found 0 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 6 times in the past three years, totaling $25,375.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 52
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 11, 2023
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Florence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425419
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) | 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 5.61 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.02 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 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) | 6 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $25,375 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 52 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 52 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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) | 1.5% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.1% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.8% | 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) | 2.1% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 0% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Average |
| 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) | 10.5% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 1.1% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.7% | 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.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | 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 November 9, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2024 |
| October 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 9, 2024 |
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 5 federal penalties in the past three years, including $21,119 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 | Fine | $4,256 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $3,228 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAGADEESHA, VINAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2025 |
| PATTERSON, BOBBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| YOUNG, SHONDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2025 |
| HILLIARD, HEYWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JAGADEESHA, VINAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| PATTERSON, BOBBY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| YOUNG, SHONDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HILLIARD, HEYWARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| JAGADEESHA, VINAY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| PATTERSON, BOBBY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COMPTROLLER GENERAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| YOUNG, SHONDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Veteran Village's rating?
Veteran Village 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 Veteran Village receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Veteran Village 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 Veteran Village?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Veteran Village and how do I contact it?
Veteran Village is at 1200 E National Cemetery Road, Florence, SC 29506. Phone: (843) 432-4600.
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.