Nhc Healthcare - Lexington - 4-Star Rated Nursing Home in West Columbia, SC (2026)

Last Updated: October 2026

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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

A-

Grade

Score

CMS Ratings

17.2/22

Staffing Quality

10.8/20

Quality Measures

0.0/22

Compliance

18.0/18

Safety

13.0/13

Availability

6.0/10

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Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate92.8%

170

Total Beds

158

Occupied

Available

Basic Information

Address:

2993 Sunset Blvd

West Columbia, SC 29169

Phone:

(803)939-0026

Ownership Type:

For-Profit

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Number of Beds:

170

Estimated Occupancy:

93% (~12 available)

Chain:

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:4/5 Stars

Health Inspection:3/5 Stars

Staffing Rating:4/5 Stars

Quality Measures:5/5 Stars

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Safety Information

Abuse Issues:No Issues Reported

Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

425333

Provider Type:

Medicare and Medicaid

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Average

This Facility

0.60

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Average

This Facility

3.82

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 0.60hLPN: 0.92hAide: 2.29h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Average

This Facility

45.5%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 38.5%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Learn why staffing levels are the #1 quality indicator →

Detailed Quality Measures

Medicare Claims Quality Measures

Based on Medicare claims data showing rehospitalization and emergency department visit rates.

Rehospitalization

17.4%

Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission

Observed:16.4%

Expected:22.4%

ED Visits (Outpatient)

7.0%

Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit

Observed:6.3%

Expected:10.0%

551

2.3%

Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:2.0%

Expected:1.7%

552

0.6%

Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:0.5%

Expected:1.5%

Long-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying 100+ days. Lower percentages are generally better.

ADL Decline

16.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

15.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

15.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

16.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

15.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

16.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

15.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

15.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

15.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

16.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

14.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

16.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

14.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

15.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

0.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

0.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

0.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

1.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

0.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

1.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

2.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

2.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

1.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

1.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

1.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

0.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

0.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

2.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

1.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

2.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

1.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

4.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

4.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

4.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

4.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

4.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

3.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

3.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

3.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

3.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

4.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

4.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

4.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

4.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

4.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Functional Improvement

13.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

12.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

12.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

13.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

13.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

13.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

13.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

12.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Short Stay ADL Improvement

11.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

11.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

13.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

11.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

13.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

11.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

13.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

9.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

9.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

9.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

11.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

12.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

3.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

3.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

2.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

2.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

2.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

2.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

2.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

2.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

3.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

10.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

9.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

10.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

9.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

10.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

9.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying less than 100 days (typically post-hospital rehabilitation).

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

0.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.4%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.7%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.4%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

0.4%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

0.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

0.7%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

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Quality Trends Over Time

Deficiencies by Severity Level

Track how health inspection findings have changed over time. Lower numbers indicate improvement.

How to read these charts: Trends show patterns over time. An upward trend in deficiencies may indicate declining quality. A positive trend suggests the facility is improving its care standards.

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Critical Deficiencies Found

This facility has 2 deficiency citations involving actual harm to residents. Review these carefully before making a decision.

Total Deficiencies

Inspections

Critical

Mar 12, 2025 - Health Survey

8 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0558

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Critical - Actual HarmTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0558

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Critical - Actual HarmTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Apr 12, 2025

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

No penalties or payment denials in the past 3 years

Key Highlights

High CMS Rating

4 out of 5 stars from Medicare

Low Staff Turnover

45.5% (national avg: 46.6%)

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Beds Available

Approximately 12 beds potentially available

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Part of Healthcare Chain

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for NHC Healthcare - Lexington?

NHC Healthcare - Lexington has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

NHC Healthcare - Lexington has 170 certified beds. The facility averages 158 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 93%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is for profit - limited liability company owned. It is part of the NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION network.

How can I contact NHC Healthcare - Lexington?

You can call NHC Healthcare - Lexington at (803)939-0026. The facility is located at 2993 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169.

What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?

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