Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Bluffton, South Carolina
1 of 1 nursing homes in Bluffton (100%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
60
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Bluffton, South Carolina, is limited but offers a highly recommended facility, Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton, which holds a 5-star rating. Families can feel confident, as there are no facilities in the avoid tier and no fines reported, ensuring a quality care environment.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton (73) — Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to top-quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and a Grade B, this facility maintains a strong reputation, ensuring residents receive attentive and compassionate services in a comfortable environment.
Recommended
Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to top-quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and a Grade B, this facility maintains a strong reputation, ensuring residents receive attentive and compassionate services in a comfortable environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Bluffton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Bluffton Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Bluffton's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Bluffton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Bluffton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Bluffton facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Bluffton, SC are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Bluffton (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Bluffton "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Bluffton?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.