Nursing HomeCharleston, SCCMS 425381Updated September 25, 2026
NHC Healthcare - CharlestonDeficiencies, fines & AHCA inspection record
Searching for NHC Healthcare - Charleston deficiencies? This landing page summarizes Florida AHCA and CMS inspection data for this nursing home in Charleston, SC: Class I–IV counts, complaints, and a dated timeline of public findings so you can tour with clearer questions.
On this page: Class I–IV totals, and 9 dated timeline events.
Inspection snapshot
At a glance
Public AHCA Class I–IV rollup and CMS survey detail for NHC Healthcare - Charleston.
Deficiencies
9
Moderate inspection concerns
Complaints
0
None on current rollup
Recorded fines
$0
No fine amount on file
Risk level
Moderate
Moderate inspection concerns
Moderate inspection concerns
NHC Healthcare - Charleston has enough citations or fines to warrant a careful read of inspection history, especially recurring categories.
Class I1
Class II0
Class III8
Class IV0
Findings by AHCA class
Class I
1
Class II
0
Class III
8
Class IV
0
1 Class I citation: Class I citations signal urgent safety failures. Families should review the inspection narrative and ask how the issue was corrected and monitored.
8 Class III citations: Class III citations are the most common serious rollup. Patterns over time matter more than a single count.
Most common CMS category on file: Resident rights (3).
NHC Healthcare - Charleston deficiency timeline
Dated findings, fines, corrections, and license milestones · 9 events on record. Newest first.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected Apr 30, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (F)cms
F0761: Pharmacy Service
Pharmacy services
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 Apr 30, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0550: Resident Rights
Resident rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected Apr 30, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0580: Resident Rights
Resident rights
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected Apr 30, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0641: Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Assessment & care planning
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected Apr 5, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0880: Infection Control
Infection control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Jun 7, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0550: Resident Rights
Resident rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected Dec 19, 2023
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0684: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Florida groups assisted living violations into four classes by how serious the risk is to residents (Fla. Stat. §§ 408.813, 429.19).
Class I: Imminent danger
1 on record
Conditions that present an imminent danger to residents or a substantial probability of death or serious physical or emotional harm.
Typical ALF fine: $5,000-$10,000 per violation (ALF). Highest severity. Must be corrected quickly, often within 24 hours.
Class II: Direct threat
0 on record
Conditions that directly threaten the physical or emotional health, safety, or security of residents (short of Class I).
Typical ALF fine: $1,000-$5,000 per violation (ALF). Direct risk to resident well-being; fines apply even after correction.
Class III: Indirect or potential threat
8 on record
Conditions that indirectly or potentially threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $500-$1,000 per violation (ALF). Potential harm if left uncorrected; correction deadlines are specified.
Class IV: No direct resident threat
0 on record
Conditions related to operations, reports, or paperwork that do not threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $100-$200 per violation (ALF). Lowest severity; often administrative. Fines may be waived if corrected on time.
Findings by deficiency type
CMS health survey categories for this community, ranked by how often they appear in our detail records.
Resident rights
3 citations
Rights citations often involve consent, privacy, or grievance handling.
Ask: How are privacy, dignity, and choice protected?
Pharmacy services
2 citations
Medication errors are a leading source of preventable harm.
Ask: How are medications ordered, stored, and administered?
Assessment & care planning
1 citation
Poor assessments can lead to missed needs, falls, or hospital transfers.
Ask: Are care plans current and matched to the resident's needs?
Infection control
1 citation
Weak infection control raises outbreak risk for frail residents.
Ask: What infection prevention practices failed inspection?
Quality of life & care
1 citation
Covers hands-on care quality, activities, and dignity of daily living.
Ask: What daily care standards failed, and how were they fixed?
Nursing & physician services
1 citation
Clinical service gaps can delay treatment and worsen outcomes.
Ask: Is clinical staffing and medical oversight adequate?
NHC Healthcare - Charleston deficiency FAQ
Common questions families ask when researching NHC Healthcare - Charleston inspection history in Charleston, SC.
Does NHC Healthcare - Charleston have deficiencies?
Yes. NHC Healthcare - Charleston has 9 public deficiencies on the AHCA/CMS totals we track. Review the class breakdown and timeline on this page for dates and categories.
How many deficiencies does NHC Healthcare - Charleston have?
NHC Healthcare - Charleston has 9 deficiencies on the public totals we track.
What do AHCA deficiency classes mean for NHC Healthcare - Charleston?
Florida grades assisted living deficiencies Class I through IV by how serious the risk is to residents. Class I is imminent danger; Class IV is typically paperwork with no direct resident threat. Use the class chart on this page to see how this community's totals break down.
Are there fines or complaints for NHC Healthcare - Charleston?
No fines or complaints appear on the current public rollup for NHC Healthcare - Charleston. Confirm with the latest AHCA facility profile.
Where do these deficiency numbers come from?
Totals combine Florida AHCA Health Finder class rollups with CMS Nursing Home Compare deficiency and penalty records where a CMS certification number is available.
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NHC Healthcare - Charleston deficiency data is compiled from Florida AHCA public facility comparison fields and CMS Provider Data Catalog where available (page data refreshed September 25, 2026). Facilities may contest findings; always verify with the latest official inspection report before making a care decision.