Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center
880 Carolina Avenue · Sumter, SC · 29150 · 8037755394
176 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $21,234 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation 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.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.28 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
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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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.28 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.74 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 5 · $33,097 |
Inspection citations (32 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 10, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 10, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 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 November 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F October 11, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected November 6, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G September 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 28, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected October 28, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2022
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected November 20, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 20, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 20, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 19, 2023 · 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2025 | Fine | $4,433 |
| October 11, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
| October 11, 2024 | Fine | $8,783 |
| September 29, 2023 | Fine | $7,901 |
| July 21, 2023 | Fine | $3,962 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425107 · certified since April 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.