Preston Health Center
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Preston Health Center

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Preston Health Center accepts Medicare and private pay.

Inspection History

In South Carolina, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality conducts unannounced inspections to ensure care providers meet all health and safety codes.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 6 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the South Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. South Carolina state average
Overall vs. SC average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than South Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)
• Deficiencies per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection December 11, 2025 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilitySC Averagevs. SC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 612 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical South Carolina nursing home (6 vs. SC avg 12).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 1.53 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical South Carolina nursing home (1.5 vs. SC avg 3).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • December 11, 2025 annual inspection found no health deficiencies and no complaints.
  • August 29, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated a resident injury due to improper mechanical lift use, resulting in a fractured clavicle and termination of the responsible CNA.
  • November 15, 2022 annual inspection cited four deficiencies including expired medications, unsafe food storage, poor refuse disposal, and missing nurse aide training documentation.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 2

South Carolina average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations
5 Rank #11 / 113Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 113 homes in South Carolina for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 113 SC SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 13.7

Citations per inspection
2.5 Rank #31 / 113Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 113 homes in South Carolina for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 113 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 3.44


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

4 of 5 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 5 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1


Serious health citations
1
233% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

0 critical citations South Carolina average: 1

1 serious citation South Carolina average: 0.3

4 moderate citations South Carolina average: 12.3

0 minor citations South Carolina average: 0.1
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care serious citation Aug 29, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Nov 15, 2022
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Nov 15, 2022
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Nov 15, 2022
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 105
Employees 87
Contractors 18
Staff to resident ratio 2.33 : 1
27% more staff per resident than South Carolina average
South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1 South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1See full South Carolina ranking
Avg staff/day 39
Average shift 8.5 hours
8% better than South Carolina average
South Carolina average: 7.9 hours South Carolina average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full South Carolina ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 30,600

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 13 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 17 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 48 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 48
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

11.1%

3,405 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Administrator: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4804814,09792100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse170175,32992100%8.6
Registered Nurse130133,94992100%9.7
Dietitian2029526571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2029208795%7.6
Nurse Practitioner2029206470%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0338887986%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0338887784%4.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2026296672%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide0224835964%8
Qualified Social Worker0334056470%6.1
Administrator0114005054%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014005054%8
Speech Language Pathologist0221914043%4.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0111101314%8.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112078%2.9
Feeding Assistant01110910%1.1
Medical Director01110910%1.1
48 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 86%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 84%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 54%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 54%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 43%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 10%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $8K Rank #58 / 114Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 114 homes in South Carolina for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Carolina average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 114 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
76% lower than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: $34K

Number of fines 1
59% fewer fines than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $8K
South Carolina average $34K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Aug 29, 2024 · $8K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 29, 2024
$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.7
24% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 8.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.2
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 15.5

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average South Carolina avg: 3.9 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.0%
39% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 13.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.4%
11% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.1%
53% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 17.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
9% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.5%
26% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.6%
121% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.8%
38% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.9%
6% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.4%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
11% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.8%
7% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.6%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.81
60% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.03

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.47
23% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.91

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average South Carolina avg: 2.8 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.2%
22% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 79.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.1%
33% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.3%
26% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 78.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 26.1%
6% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 24.7%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.8%
23% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 60.0%
12% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 72.9%
44% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 45
Medicare
10
22.2% of residents
Private pay or other
35
77.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$35.2M
Operating deficit
-$1.2M
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$35.2M Rank #6 / 116Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 116 homes in South Carolina for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the South Carolina SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$1.2M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #5 / 116Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 116 homes in South Carolina for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the South Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$15.8M
44.8% of revenue Rank #74 / 116Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 116 homes in South Carolina for payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the South Carolina average. Well-run South Carolina SNFs typically land around 53–64% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$20.6M
Total costs $36.4M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in South Carolina

Preston Health Center is located in HILTON HEAD ISLAND, South Carolina.
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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Compare Nursing Home around Hilton Head Island

The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

3 facilities compared · CMS & SC Dept. of Health data

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Preston Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hilton Head Island
77
Facility 77
SC AVG 90
Rank #179 / 309
87.5% +7%7.43 +33%+86%$8.0k52.5141--The Cypress Club Inc$35.2M$15.8M44.8%425325
TidePointe, a Vi Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hilton Head Island
25
Facility 25
SC AVG 90
Rank #299 / 309
--5.57 +120%+39%$063.0-26A
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 32
Rank #207 / 232
Sandra Gilliam$10.6M$6.5M61.7%425351
Life Care Center of Hilton Head
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hilton Head Island
88
Facility 88
SC AVG 90
Rank #144 / 309
59.9% -27%3.68 +74%-8%$8.3k164.0159-
23
Facility 23
SC AVG 32
Rank #152 / 232
John Oehler$7.4M$4.5M60.2%425147

Frequently Asked Questions about Preston Health Center

Who is the owner of Preston Health Center?

The legal owner and operator of Preston Health Center is The Cypress Club Inc.

What is the license number of Preston Health Center?

According to SC state health department records, Preston Health Center's license number is NCF-1120.

What is the occupancy rate at Preston Health Center?

Preston Health Center's occupancy is 88%.

What is the best email address for Preston Health Center?

The team at Preston Health Center can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Preston Health Center?

Monique Mcrae is the administrator of Preston Health Center.

How many beds does Preston Health Center have?

Preston Health Center has 77 beds.

What is the address of Preston Health Center?

Preston Health Center is located at 87 BIRDSONG WAY.

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