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HomeSouth CarolinaPruittHealth- Blythewood

PruittHealth- Blythewood

1075 Heather Green Drive, Columbia, SC 292298034199863
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
120
certified

How PruittHealth- Blythewood 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
2/5
SC average
3.0/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.36 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.64 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
53.5%
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 3.36 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.83.
Staff turnover is 53.5%, higher than the South Carolina average of 45.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 4, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 19, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 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
Richland County 65+
55,763
13.4% of county
County Population
416,161
Richland County

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

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PruittHealth- Blythewood is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Columbia, South Carolina with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 2010. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
113.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 3, 2010
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Richland
Last Inspection
Sep 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (14)

F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Sep 19, 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: Oct 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Oct 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Oct 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Oct 4, 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: Oct 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Apr 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 21, 2022Corrected: 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 Aide1.92 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.80 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.64 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.36 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.69 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.5%
RN Turnover
52.9%
Administrators Left
2

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
UNITED HEALTH SERVICES INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 1, 2010
HODGES, BRIGHAMW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 4, 2020
PRUITTHEALTH INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2010
PRUITT, NEILOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 26, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for PruittHealth- Blythewood and nearby alternatives.

All South Carolina facilities
PruittHealth- Blythewood
Columbia, SCCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Wildewood Downs
Columbia, SC2.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Columbia, SC4.2 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Life Care Center Of Columbia
Columbia, SC4.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
NHC Healthcare - Parklane
Columbia, SC4.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
White Oak Manor - Columbia
Columbia, SC8.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,788
Forest Acres Post Acute
Columbia, SC10.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $82,018
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
PruittHealth- Blythewood
Columbia, SC · Current facility
—4/54/52/5None recorded
Wildewood Downs
Columbia, SC
2.9 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Columbia, SC
4.2 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Life Care Center Of Columbia
Columbia, SC
4.3 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
NHC Healthcare - Parklane
Columbia, SC
4.7 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
White Oak Manor - Columbia
Columbia, SC
8.9 mi4/53/54/5$8,788
Forest Acres Post Acute
Columbia, SC
10.1 mi1/52/51/5$82,018

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 PruittHealth- Blythewood?▾
PruittHealth- Blythewood has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does PruittHealth- Blythewood 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). PruittHealth- Blythewood participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has PruittHealth- Blythewood had any health inspection violations?▾
PruittHealth- Blythewood had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 19, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at PruittHealth- Blythewood?▾
PruittHealth- Blythewood provides 3.36 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours, 0.80 LPN hours, and 1.92 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.5%.
How many beds does PruittHealth- Blythewood have?▾
PruittHealth- Blythewood has 120 certified beds with an average of 113.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Pruitthealth chain.
Are there other nursing homes near PruittHealth- Blythewood?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina, including 6 in Columbia. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.

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