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Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center
710 15-401 Bypass, West, Bennettsville, SC 29512 · Marlboro County · (843) 479-6251
110 certified beds, about 103 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1978
Certified for Medicaid Certified for Medicare
Overall
1 of 5
Health inspections
1 of 5
Staffing
3 of 5
Quality measures
2 of 5
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 425118 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on May 20, 2026, inspectors cited 7 health deficiencies (the South Carolina average is 3.7, the national average 9.2).
Of 18 health citations since May 2023, 2 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (2 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $15,646 in the last three years; the largest was $7,823, and the latest is dated March 14, 2024.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.21 hours per resident per day, against 3.84 across South Carolina and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.44 of those hours.
27.6% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (South Carolina average 45.9%).
CMS links it to Fundamental Healthcare, an affiliated group of 66 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
605/23
101/24
203/24
111/24
104/25
705/26
Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 18 health citations on file.
Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
2J
0K
0L
Actual harm
0G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
10D
5E
1F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
0C
May 20, 2026Standard inspection · 7 citations
- F Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the facility's surety bond covered the total amount of monies in the resident's personal fund account. As of 05/19/2026, there were 101 resident accounts with monies.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, observation, and interview, the facility failed to store and label medications and biologicals appropriately for 2 of 5 medication carts and in 1 of 2 medication rooms. Additionally, the facility failed to secure 1 of 2 medication storage rooms.
- D Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, record review, and interview, the facility failed to afford Resident (R)86 the opportunity to participate in the care plan process, for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for care plan participation.
- D Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to promote dignity for Resident (R)28. Specifically, R28 was given an insulin injection in her abdomen, while in the therapy department with other residents, staff and visitors present, for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for dignity.
- D Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, record review, and interview, the facility failed to notify the resident and/or the resident's representative of resident funds which were at or above the limit for Medicaid, for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for personal funds.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, facility schedule for floor cleaning, facility schedule for buffing of floors, observations, and interview, the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable homelike environment for 1 of 3 buildings. Specifically, damaged furniture, water stained ceiling tiles, scarred doors, and build-up of dark substance was observed in Building 2.
- D PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, record review and interview, the facility failed to follow the recommendations from a Level 1 PASARR (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review), for 1 of 1 resident reviewed.
April 11, 2025Standard inspection · 1 citation
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store food and utensils properly, and to ensure residents ate their meals in a clean and sanitary manner. Specifically, the facility failed to maintain clean storage containers for ready-to-use serving utensils; failed to remove dented cans from food service for 1 of 1 kitchen; and failed to offer hand hygiene to residents during meal service for 1 of 2 dining rooms.
November 20, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R)1 and R2 were free from misappropriation of a narcotic medication, for 2 of 2 residents.
March 14, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- J Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, record review, and interview, the facility failed to develop a care plan for 2 of 3 residents, Resident (R)1, R2. Specifically, there were no care plan giving staff instructions on providing care to R1 and R2. R1 was sent to the local hospital concerning wounds and R2 developed maggots in a wound. On 3/12/24 at 4:35 PM, the Administrator and Director of Nursing (DON) were notified that the failure to develop a comprehensive care plan for R2 regarding wound care of the left foot constituted IJ at F656. On 03/13/24 at approximately 4:55 PM, the survey team provided the Administrator with a copy of the CMS Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) Template and informed the facility IJ existed as of 08/04/23. The IJ was related to 42 CFR 483.21 - Comprehensive Resident Centered Care Plan. [...]
- J Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure wound care was completed on days when Resident (R)2 went out to dialysis, subsequently R2 developed maggots in the wound of her left foot, for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for foot care. On 3/12/24 at 4:35 PM, the Administrator and the Director of Nursing (DON) were notified that the failure to follow physicians orders to ensure wound care was completed on days when Resident (R)2 went out to dialysis, constituted Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) at F687. Furthermore, the Administrator and DON were notified that the failure to develop a comprehensive care plan for R2 regarding wound care of the left foot constituted IJ at F656. [...]
January 25, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility policy, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to protect 1 Resident (R)1 out of 1 resident reviewed from verbal abuse by Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)1.
May 11, 2023Standard inspection · 6 citations
- E Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, facility policy review, and facility document review,the facility failed to document and ensure corrective action related to grievances was communicated to the Resident Council. This had the potential to affect all residents.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, facility document review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to repair peeling paint and an unattached vanity sink or clean substances from doors and door frames for 3 (Rooms 405, 704 and 718) of 23 rooms on 2 of 7 halls reviewed for the physical environment. The facility also failed to repair a couch containing a hole and missing fabric in 1 (700 Hall) of 1 halls containing a common area with common furniture.
- E Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and facility document and policy review, the facility failed to follow the planned menu and, specifically, failed to serve foods to residents in the amount indicated on the menu for 2 of 2 meals observed.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and facility document and policy review, the facility failed to ensure privacy curtains were sufficient in length to provide visual privacy in 2 (room [ROOM NUMBER] and room [ROOM NUMBER]) of 23 sampled rooms.
- D Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to identify a mattress bolster as a physical restraint for 1 (Resident (R)52) of 2 residents reviewed.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to shave and keep fingernails trimmed and clean for 1 (Resident (R)45) of 4 residents reviewed for activities of daily living.
Fire safety inspections
3 fire safety citations on file: 3 on May 11, 2023.
Every fire safety citation3 citations
- D Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- D Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- D Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| March 14, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
| March 14, 2024 | Fine | $7,823 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | South Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.21 | 3.84 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.44 | 0.63 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.82 | 3.33 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.87 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.89 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 27.6% | 45.9% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 18.2% | 42.1% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 3.62 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.36 on weekdays and 2.82 on weekends, 16% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 9.7% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.18 in April to June 2025 to 3.21 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.21 | 0.44 | 3.36 | 2.82 | 9.7% | 0 of 90 | 103 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.13 | 0.38 | 3.25 | 2.85 | 12.9% | 0 of 92 | 103 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.18 | 0.40 | 3.33 | 2.81 | 11.0% | 0 of 92 | 105 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.18 | 0.40 | 3.34 | 2.79 | 10.2% | 0 of 91 | 103 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| South Carolina, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.62 | 0.53 | 3.81 | 3.13 | 7.2% | 0.3% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | South Carolina | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 20.8 | 11.9 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.3 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.0 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 20.1 | 12.7 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.7 | 5.1 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 12.9 | 15.3 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 23.1 | 24.3 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.1 | 13.9 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 4.1 | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 3.5 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: BENNETTSVILLE HEALTH CARE LLC. CMS links this home to Fundamental Healthcare, a group of 66 nursing homes averaging 2.5 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thi of South Carolina, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 06/01/2023 |
| Pruitt, Kelly | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 06/01/2023 | |
| Flathmann, Rusty | Corporate officer | Individual | 06/01/2023 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on May 20, 2026: "Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on November 20, 2024: "Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on May 20, 2026: "PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities"
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on April 11, 2025: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.82 hours per resident per day, below the South Carolina average of 3.33.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Scotia Village - SNF Laurinburg, 10.2 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 4 citations
- Scottish Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Laurinburg, 12.3 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 5 citations
- Cheraw Healthcare Cheraw, 17.9 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 12 citations
- Rehab Center of Cheraw Cheraw, 18.7 mi · not rated · 14 citations
- Richmond Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Cente Hamlet, 19.6 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 21 citations
- Pruitthealth- Dillon Dillon, 19.7 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 13 citations
- Pruitthealth-Rockingham Rockingham, 22.7 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 21 citations
- Pembroke Center Pembroke, 24.5 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 38 citations
South Carolina contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in South Carolina. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality, Nursing Homes, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: South Carolina Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, Department on Aging, 1-800-868-9095. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: SC Survey and Certification Public CMS-2567 Search, where South Carolina publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 2 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center get at its last inspection?
- 7 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on May 20, 2026. The South Carolina average is 3.7.
- Has Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $15,646 in the last three years.
- Does Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Bennettsville Health and Rehabilitation Center?
- CMS lists 3 owners and managers, and links the home to Fundamental Healthcare. Legal business name: BENNETTSVILLE HEALTH CARE LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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