SeniorCareRanked
26
Very Poor

Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center

1007 N King St, Columbia, SC 29223
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 88-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in Columbia, South Carolina. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 26 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 53.8% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $51,803. 7 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the FUNDAMENTAL HEALTHCARE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score26/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.5 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.20 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover54% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies7 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $51,803
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.5
RN hours/resident/day0.20
Staff turnover53.8%
RN turnover66.7%

Facility Information

Beds88
Avg residents84.4
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainFUNDAMENTAL HEALTHCARE
Deficiencies (last inspection)7
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center

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

Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center reports 3.5 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

With 53.8% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

7 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.