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HomeSouth CarolinaKempton Of Charleston

Kempton Of Charleston

194 Spring St, Charleston, SC 294033155765726WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.6on Google(60 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
23
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $6,032

How Kempton Of Charleston Compares in South Carolina

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Carolina. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
SC average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
SC average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
SC average
3.0/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.04 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.43 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
64.7%
SC average
45.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the South Carolina average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the South Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.04 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.83.
Reported RN time is 1.43 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.63.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 29, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected May 6, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,604/mo
South Carolina median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Carolina median
Charleston County 65+
70,900
17.3% of county
County Population
409,840
Charleston County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Kempton Of Charleston is a 5-star Medicare certified nursing home in Charleston, South Carolina with 23 certified beds. It has been operating since 2022. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
23
Avg Residents/Day
20.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 6, 2022
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Charleston
Last Inspection
May 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Feb 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$6,032
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineFeb 29, 2024
$6,032

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.66 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.95 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.43 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.04 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.55 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.24 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
64.7%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SPRING STREET SENIOR HOUSING JV OPCO, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%May 4, 2020
PURIFOY, PENNYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 11, 2022
PURIFOY, PENNYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 11, 2022
BORK, MATTHEWCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
PURVIS, WILLIAMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
RABIL, ALBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
REITER, RUSSELLCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
SELZNICK, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
WAIN, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020
SPRING STREET SENIOR HOUSING JV OPCO, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMay 4, 2020
FRENCH, LINDSAYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 1, 2022
PURVIS, WILLIAMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 4, 2020

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Kempton Of Charleston and nearby alternatives.

All South Carolina facilities
Kempton Of Charleston
Charleston, SCCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $6,032
Ashley River Healthcare
Charleston, SC3.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $46,164
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Health Care Center
Charleston, SC4.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Sandpiper Post Acute
Mount Pleasant, SC5.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $84,974
Riverside Health and Rehab
Charleston, SC5.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $27,788
NHC Healthcare - Charleston
Charleston, SC5.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Oak Harbor Healthcare
Mt Pleasant, SC5.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $7,901
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Kempton Of Charleston
Charleston, SC · Current facility
—5/54/54/5$6,032
Ashley River Healthcare
Charleston, SC
3.6 mi5/54/53/5$46,164
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Health Care Center
Charleston, SC
4.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Sandpiper Post Acute
Mount Pleasant, SC
5.3 mi1/51/51/5$84,974
Riverside Health and Rehab
Charleston, SC
5.4 mi2/53/51/5$27,788
NHC Healthcare - Charleston
Charleston, SC
5.4 mi2/51/55/5None recorded
Oak Harbor Healthcare
Mt Pleasant, SC
5.7 mi3/53/52/5$7,901

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Kempton Of Charleston?▾
Kempton Of Charleston has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Kempton Of Charleston cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Carolina is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Kempton Of Charleston participates in Medicare, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Kempton Of Charleston had any health inspection violations?▾
Kempton Of Charleston had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 6, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $6,032.
What are the staffing levels at Kempton Of Charleston?▾
Kempton Of Charleston provides 5.04 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.43 RN hours, 0.95 LPN hours, and 2.66 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 64.7%.
How many beds does Kempton Of Charleston have?▾
Kempton Of Charleston has 23 certified beds with an average of 20.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Kempton Of Charleston?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina, including 4 in Charleston. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Kempton Of Charleston?▾
On Google Maps, Kempton Of Charleston has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 60 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.