Heartland of West Ashley Rehab And Nursing Center is a large facility located in Charleston, SC. It has a total of 125 beds and is privately owned as a for-profit, llc establishment. The center participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. The facility is not part of a continuing care retirement community and does not offer specialized Alzheimer's care within a hospital setting.
The nursing home has received an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with an average rating for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center has been a recent focus of monitoring by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services due to documented patterns of poor care. This monitoring occurred between August 2022 and July 2023.
When it comes to post-acute care, Heartland of West Ashley has a rating of 2 out of 3 stars. The facility has seen a 59.4% rate of residents being able to return home after being discharged. However, there have been incidents of falls resulting in major injury, infections requiring hospitalization, rehospitalizations, and emergency room visits during short-term stays.
In terms of daily assistance with medical and non-medical needs, the nursing home has received an average rating of 2 out of 3 stars. The facility has seen a relatively high percentage of residents able to maintain self-care abilities without assistance. However, there have been instances of hospitalizations, emergency room visits, and other care-related deficiencies noted during inspections.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have conducted regular inspections of the facility, with reports indicating various violations related to care quality and administration. These violations have led to the payment of fines totaling $400,261 over the past three years.
Overall, Heartland of West Ashley Rehab And Nursing Center offers a large facility with a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. However, the facility has faced challenges related to care quality and operational management, as indicated by monitoring and inspection reports. It is important for individuals considering this care home to thoroughly research and understand the facility's history and current status before making a decision about placement or care services.