SeniorCareRanked
13
Very Poor

C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone

2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone is a 252-bed government - state nursing home located in Columbia, South Carolina. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 13 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. This facility has received 3 fine(s) totaling $228,989. 5 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score13/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day5.2 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.00 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies5 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Abuse icon flagged by CMS
  • 3 fine(s) totaling $228,989
  • 4 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day5.2
RN hours/resident/day1.00
Staff turnover0%
RN turnover0%

Facility Information

Beds252
Avg residents52.8
OwnershipGovernment - State
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)5
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone reports 5.2 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

5 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.