Heritage Home of Florence Inc
515 South Warley Street · Florence, SC · 29501 · 8436624573
132 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.23 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 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 March 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 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 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 18, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425154 · certified since February 21, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.