Lake Marion Nursing Facility
1527 Urbana Road · Summerton, SC · 29148 · 8034852317
88 certified beds Non profit - Other
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations 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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.80 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.20 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $15,646 |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 20, 2023 · 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 October 11, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 17, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 17, 2022
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 17, 2022 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
| September 20, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 425300 · certified since March 11, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.