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HomeSouth CarolinaMedford Nursing Center

Medford Nursing Center

105 Medford Drive, Darlington, SC 295328433987000WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.0on Google(8 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
88
certified

How Medford Nursing Center 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
4/5
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
4.35 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.51 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
50.5%
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 4/5 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 4.35 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.83.
Reported RN time is 0.51 hours per resident per day, below 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
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 6, 2025
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 19, 2026
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

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
Darlington County 65+
12,089
19.2% of county
County Population
63,025
Darlington County

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

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Medford Nursing Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Darlington, South Carolina with 88 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
88
Avg Residents/Day
83.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 6, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Darlington
Last Inspection
Mar 19, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
8.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Mar 19, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Mar 19, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide3.05 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.51 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.35 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.50 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.5%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
LOFE, DENNISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 20, 2004
WEESNER, SUSANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 20, 2004
LOFE, TYLEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 24, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Medford Nursing Center and nearby alternatives.

All South Carolina facilities
Medford Nursing Center
Darlington, SCCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Oakhaven Nursing Center
Darlington, SC3,168 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center
Darlington, SC4.2 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina-Florenc
Florence, SC6.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Honorage Nursing Center
Florence, SC8.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Carlyle Senior Care of Florence
Florence, SC8.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Faith Healthcare Center
Florence, SC9.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,281
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Medford Nursing Center
Darlington, SC · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Oakhaven Nursing Center
Darlington, SC
3,168 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center
Darlington, SC
4.2 mi3/53/51/5None recorded
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina-Florenc
Florence, SC
6.0 mi4/53/54/5None recorded
Honorage Nursing Center
Florence, SC
8.1 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Carlyle Senior Care of Florence
Florence, SC
8.5 mi1/52/52/5None recorded
Faith Healthcare Center
Florence, SC
9.5 mi2/52/54/5$8,281

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 Medford Nursing Center?▾
Medford Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Medford Nursing Center 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). Medford Nursing Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Medford Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Medford Nursing Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 19, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Medford Nursing Center?▾
Medford Nursing Center provides 4.35 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.51 RN hours, 0.79 LPN hours, and 3.05 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.5%.
How many beds does Medford Nursing Center have?▾
Medford Nursing Center has 88 certified beds with an average of 83.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Wilson Senior Care chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Medford Nursing Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina, including 2 in Darlington. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Medford Nursing Center?▾
On Google Maps, Medford Nursing Center has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 8 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Wilson Senior Care

This chain operates 5 facilities. View all →