Who owns South Carolina nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how South Carolina nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 149 | 2.8 | 3.44 hrs | 54% |
| Non profit | 23 | 3.7 | 4.33 hrs | 39% |
| Government | 15 | 3.7 | 4.23 hrs | 53% |
Largest chains in South Carolina
70% of South Carolina nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in South Carolina.
- Pacs group25 homes · average 2.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Fundamental healthcare23 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- National healthcare corporation16 homes · average 3.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Pruitthealth15 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- The ensIgn group9 homes · average 3.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Carlyle sEnior care7 homes · average 2.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- PresByterian communities of sOuth carolina5 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Senior living communities5 homes · average 4.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- WilsOn sEnior care5 homes · average 4.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care centers of america3 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Regional health properties2 homes · average 1.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care sErvices2 homes · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Sprenger health care sYsTems2 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Venza care management1 home · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Vi living1 home · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.