Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Scranton, South Carolina
1 of 1 nursing homes in Scranton (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
88
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 Scranton, South Carolina, is adequate with one facility, Lake City Scranton Healthcare Center, receiving a solid B+ rating and 5-star reviews. Families can feel confident knowing there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers, ensuring a safe choice for their loved ones.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Lake City Scranton Healthcare Center (80) — Lake City Scranton Healthcare Center shines with an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility offers a reliable environment with 88 beds, making it a strong choice for residents seeking attentive and professional nursing care.
Recommended
Lake City Scranton Healthcare Center shines with an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility offers a reliable environment with 88 beds, making it a strong choice for residents seeking attentive and professional nursing care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Scranton 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 Scranton 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?"
Scranton's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Scranton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Scranton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Scranton 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 Scranton, SC are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Scranton (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Scranton "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 Scranton?
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.