Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Columbia, SC
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Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Columbia, SC
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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Overview of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is an 80-bed continuing care retirement community at 100 Finley Rd in Columbia, South Carolina, operated by Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc, a nonprofit organization. The community offers independent living, assisted living, memory support, rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care in Richland County. Staffing is a clear strength. Nurse aide staffing averages 3 hours and 10 minutes per resident per day, 43% above the South Carolina average. Weekend total nursing hours average 4 hours and 24 minutes daily, 31% above the state norm. That level of direct-care coverage continues throughout the week. On quality outcomes, long-stay residents perform significantly above the South Carolina average on CMS quality measures. Short-stay residents are rehospitalized at a rate of 21.5%, roughly 13% better than the state average of 24.7%. The campus includes Courtyard Gardens, a fitness room, a private dining room adjacent to the Magnolia Dining Room, and access to protected wetlands and walking areas, a setting that distinguishes the property from typical urban nursing facilities. The facility also provides memory support and respite care services. Rice Estate serves residents seeking a nonprofit, continuum-of-care community in Columbia, with particular depth in post-acute rehabilitation and memory support.

(803) 691-5720

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 40.6% Above SC avg. ▲ 40.6% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 45.9% Above SC avg. ▲ 45.9% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 38.3% Above SC avg. ▲ 38.3% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 10.8% Below SC avg. ▼ 10.8% Below SC avg.SC average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to South Carolina state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 23rd out of 121 homes in South Carolina for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 38m per day
Rank #23 / 121Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 121 homes in South Carolina. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 121 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility South Carolina avg (4h 0m per day)
vs South Carolina avg
+16%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Nurse Aide is +35% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 40m per day ▲ 4% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 17m per day ▲ 27% State avg: 1h 1m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 59m per day ▲ 35% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 22m per day ▲ 30% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▼ 16% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 24m per day ■ Avg State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
67 days
Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #168 / 309Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th out of 309 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
18 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #58 / 131Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 131 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 131. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the South Carolina average: 82.1%
Occupied beds
69 / 80
Average occupied beds in South Carolina homes 90 beds

License Details

Facility TypeHl- Nursing Home
StatusActive
CountyRichland
License NumberNCF-0831
Business TypeNon-Profit Corporation
CMS Certification Number425387

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is legally operated by Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc, and administered by Daniel John Amodio.

Owner NameLutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc

Type Of Units

Institutional Nursing Home
80 units
Total beds
80 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Zachary Wood, Manager
Administrator Email[email protected]

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Support

State Programs & Certifications (VT)

CMS Certified

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Multi-Purpose Room
Magnolia Dining Room
Private Dining Rooms
Courtyard Gardens
Beauty And Barber Salon
Fitness Room
Card Room
Common Laundry Room
Walking Areas
Protected Wetlands Areas
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation & Nursing, Community Programs

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining options include a daily menu crafted from fresh, local fare, served in a comfortable dining room.

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Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

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

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.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.00
51% 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. 1.33
30% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.91

Short-stay resident measures
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.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 21.5%
13% better 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. 12.6%
11% 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. 1.4%
83% worse 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. 56.0%
In line with 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. 57.7%
14% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 months

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.8M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.7M
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.8M Rank #58 / 125Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 125 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the South Carolina average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.7M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$624.6K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #54 / 125Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 125 homes in South Carolina. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$7.1M 55.9% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #54 / 125Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 125 homes in South Carolina. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the South Carolina average. Well-run South Carolina facilities typically land around 53–64% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$7.4M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$14.5M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (62% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 6 months.

Admissions
391 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 38%
Private pay 62%
Discharges
402 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 39%
Private pay 61%

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Address 6734.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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89.1%
Facility 89.1%
SC AVG 82.1%
Rank #38 / 131
+9%- +65%-
$0
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5
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1.3
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121A+
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Frances Case
$28.0M
Facility $28.0M
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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
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IL
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Rank #127 / 131
-66%
5.41
Facility 5.41
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13
Facility 13
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4.3
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33
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Diana Chavis
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Facility $6.1M
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92.9%
Facility 92.9%
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Rank #101 / 125
425385
The Oaks of Orangeburg
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AL
HC
IL
Orangeburg (Felder)
122
Facility 122
SC AVG 90
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76.8%
Facility 76.8%
SC AVG 82.1%
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-6%
2.98
Facility 2.98
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Facility $111.7k
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23
Facility 23
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1115A+
0
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Joseph Fowler
$11.0M
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425131
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AL
IL
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108
Facility 108
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28.7%
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4.07
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425129

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in South Carolina

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is located in COLUMBIA, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Who is the owner of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

The legal owner and operator of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc.

What is the license number of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

According to SC state health department records, Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare's license number is NCF-0831.

What is the occupancy rate at Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare's occupancy is 86%.

What is the best email address for Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

The team at Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

Daniel John Amodio is the administrator of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare.

How many beds does Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare have?

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare has 80 beds.

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