Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Spartanburg, South Carolina
3 of 9 nursing homes in Spartanburg (33%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
767
across 9 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
4 Grade F
$85,139 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/9
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 3 out of 9 facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as 5 facilities have a total of $85,139 in fines, highlighting the need for thorough research before making a decision.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care SNF (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100, Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care SNF excels in providing exceptional care in a community-focused environment with only 25 beds, ensuring personalized attention for residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 White Oak Manor - Spartanburg (80) — White Oak Manor - Spartanburg boasts a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This 60-bed facility combines quality care with a comfortable environment, making it a strong choice for families seeking reliable support in a for-profit setting.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 Summit Hills Skilled Nursing Facility (75) — Summit Hills Skilled Nursing Facility offers a commendable 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With a focus on a smaller community of 27 beds, this for-profit facility provides a nurturing atmosphere that prioritizes the needs of its residents.
The other 6 Spartanburg facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 5 have fines totaling $85K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100, Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care SNF excels in providing exceptional care in a community-focused environment with only 25 beds, ensuring personalized attention for residents.
White Oak Manor - Spartanburg boasts a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This 60-bed facility combines quality care with a comfortable environment, making it a strong choice for families seeking reliable support in a for-profit setting.
Summit Hills Skilled Nursing Facility offers a commendable 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With a focus on a smaller community of 27 beds, this for-profit facility provides a nurturing atmosphere that prioritizes the needs of its residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Spartanburg Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 5 Have fines totaling $85,139
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Spartanburg Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Spartanburg's city average is 2.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
5 of 9 Spartanburg facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Spartanburg avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg, SC are recommended?
3 of 9 nursing homes in Spartanburg (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Spartanburg "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 Spartanburg?
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.