Pruitthealth- Columbia
2451 Forest Drive · Columbia, SC · 29204 · 9643416758
144 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Pruitthealth
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $36,628 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.50 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $101,973 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
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.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2025
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected September 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
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.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 1, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 1, 2024
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Corrected September 1, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 1, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected December 17, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 16, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected August 16, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · K June 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · K June 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E April 28, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected May 28, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 28, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 28, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2024 | Fine | $36,628 |
| June 30, 2023 | Fine | $65,345 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425013 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.