Calhoun Convalescent Center
601 Dantzler Street · Saint Matthews, SC · 29135 · 8036557101
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Fundamental Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $9,679 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 the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 59% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $63,106 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 30, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2026
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 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 February 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2026
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 February 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 12, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 12, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 26, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 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 April 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
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 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 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 April 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
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 March 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 5, 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 September 7, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected October 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 4, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 4, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2025 | Fine | $9,679 |
| June 14, 2024 | Fine | $14,056 |
| August 11, 2023 | Fine | $39,371 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425170 · certified since January 26, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.