The Palms at Florence
4438 Pamplico Highway · Florence, SC · 29505 · 8436693502
163 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.01 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,901 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G October 25, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 2, 2021
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 2, 2021
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 2, 2021
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected December 24, 2021 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 25, 2023 | Fine | $7,901 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425119 · certified since July 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.