Quick answers
- Where is Saluda Nursing Center?
- 3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 29138, in Saluda County, South Carolina.
- What is the phone number of Saluda Nursing Center?
- (864) 445-2146, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Saluda Nursing Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Saluda Nursing Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $16,984.
- What did inspectors find at Saluda Nursing Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (May 15, 2024 to June 18, 2026), Medicare lists 7 health citations; the most serious was level J. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (May 15, 2024 to June 18, 2026), Saluda Nursing Center had 7 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $16,984 in total (2 fines, the latest on April 17, 2025). Nurse staffing is 4.59 hours per resident per day; the South Carolina average is 3.87 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 18, 2026 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: June 18, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Previous cycle: April 17, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 17, 2025 (standard health inspection).
F0578 Level J
“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.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Rights Deficiencies
F0678 Level J
“Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
Earlier cycle: May 15, 2024 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 15, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0553 Level D
“Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $16,984 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| April 17, 2025 | Fine | $8,492 |
| April 17, 2025 | Fine | $8,492 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | South Carolina | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.74 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.96 | 1.03 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.89 | 2.22 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.59 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.99 | 3.35 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.38 | 0.40 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 23.8% | 46.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 32.1% | 41.5% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 176 |
| Average residents per day | 149.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – county |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1971-08-16 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 29138 |
| County | Saluda County |
| State | South Carolina |
| Phone | (864) 445‑2146 |
| CMS Certification Number | 425081 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- J F Hawkins Nursing Home11 mi · Newberry, SC · 4 of 5 stars
- White Oak Manor - Newberry11 mi · Newberry, SC · 2 of 5 stars
- NHC Healthcare - Clinton21 mi · Clinton, SC · 5 of 5 stars
- Wesley Commons Health and Rehabilitation Center22 mi · Greenwood, SC · 4 of 5 stars
- Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina- Clinto23 mi · Clinton, SC · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Newberry County Memorial Hospital11 mi · Newberry, SC · Acute Care Hospital
- Self Regional Healthcare24 mi · Greenwood, SC · Acute Care Hospital
- Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital24 mi · Clinton, SC · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13