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Life Care Center Of Charleston

N Charleston, SC

Life Care Center Of Charleston

N Charleston, South Carolina

Skilled Nursing Facility 148 beds For profit - Corporation

2600 Elms Plantation Blvd, N Charleston, SC, 29406, N Charleston, SC

Call +1 843-764-3500 Directions

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5.3 /10

Life Care Center Of Charleston Quality & Safety Report

Average

Inspections: 2★ (50%) Staffing: 2★ (25%) Quality: 5★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 3★ / 5

CMS data as of May 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. See the CMS data behind this score →

$24,247 fines 4 health deficiencies

Quality rating trend

Overall rating declined from 4 to 3 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Life Care Center Of Charleston 1 2 3 4 5 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Mar 26 May 26
  • Overall
  • Health inspection
  • Staffing
  • Quality measures

Facility administration

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Payment accepted
Medicare Medicaid
CMS provider type
Medicare and Medicaid
CMS data as of
May 2026

About Life Care Center Of Charleston

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility Also: Building
Capacity
148 certified beds ~115 avg residents/day (78% occupancy)

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CMS data & ratings

Federal inspection results, deficiency counts, penalties, and staffing hours from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Data as of May 1, 2026.

CMS star ratings

Overall
Average
★★★☆☆
Health inspection
Below average
★★☆☆☆
Staffing
Below average
★★☆☆☆
Quality measures
Much above average
★★★★★

Safety & inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 8
4 below national median
Total federal penalties
$24,247

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 3.76 hrs
3.53 hrs near national median
Registered nurse (RN)
0.48 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
1.02 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
1.84 hrs
Physical therapy
0.17 hrs

Location

2600 Elms Plantation Blvd, N Charleston, SC, 29406, N Charleston, SC · Get directions →

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Life Care Center Of Charleston?

Life Care Center Of Charleston has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars.

How did Life Care Center Of Charleston score on health inspections?

Life Care Center Of Charleston received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Life Care Center Of Charleston?

Life Care Center Of Charleston has a staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Life Care Center Of Charleston have?

Life Care Center Of Charleston has 148 certified beds.

Does Life Care Center Of Charleston accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Life Care Center Of Charleston accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For details on what Medicare covers for nursing home stays, see our Medicare coverage guide.

Where is Life Care Center Of Charleston located?

Life Care Center Of Charleston is located at 2600 Elms Plantation Blvd, N Charleston, SC, 29406, N Charleston, South Carolina.

How can I contact Life Care Center Of Charleston?

You can reach Life Care Center Of Charleston by phone at +1 843-764-3500.

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About this data

How to read this page

Star ratings vs. Care Quality Score: The Google star rating reflects visitor and family opinions collected from public reviews. The Care Quality Score is an independent metric derived entirely from federal inspection data — the two measure different things, and comparing them side-by-side gives a fuller picture.

Where this data comes from

All clinical data on this page originates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that certifies and inspects every Medicare- and Medicaid-participating nursing home in the United States. Reviews are imported verbatim from public Google business listings.

What to do next

Data is a starting point, not a final answer. We encourage families to visit facilities in person, observe daily routines, and speak with staff and residents. See our guide: Questions to Ask When Visiting →

If you're exploring payment options, learn what Medicare covers for nursing home care →

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