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Nursing Home

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Nursing Home

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

COLUMBIA, SC 29203-9264 View map
Overview of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a continuing care retirement community located in Columbia, SC. It offers a variety of services including independent living, assisted living, memory support, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities and life enrichment activities in a welcoming environment.
(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.
4/5
South Carolina average: 2.9/5
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.
4/5
South Carolina average: 2.7/5
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.
3/5
South Carolina average: 3.0/5
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.
4/5
South Carolina average: 3.5/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 38m per day

This home provides 14% more nursing time per resident than the South Carolina average.

South Carolina average: 4h 5m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 80

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the South Carolina average
Occupancy rate 86%
Residents per day (avg) 77
Occupancy rate
86%
Residents per day (avg)
77

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.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$14.3M
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$14,290,271.00
Operating deficit
$-1,083,676.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.1M
42.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.3M
Total costs $15.4M
Bed community size
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Homes
Status Active

Additional licensing details

License number: NCF-0831
CMS Certification Number: 425387

Ownership & operating entity

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is administrated by AMODIO, DANIEL JOHN.

Owner name: LUTHERAN HOMES OF SOUTH CAROLINA INC

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Daniel Amodio

Staff Composition

Total Employees
1
Full-Time Employees
1

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Support
Rehabilitation
Long-term Care

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.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Rehabilitation & Nursing, Assisted Living, Long Term Care, Independent Living, Community Programs, Events

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dining options include a daily menu crafted from fresh, local fare, served in a comfortable dining room.
Contact Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

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.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

South Carolina average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 8

South Carolina average 13.7

Citations per inspection
2.67

South Carolina average 3.44


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

All 8 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

0 critical citations More info South Carolina average: 1

0 serious citations More info South Carolina average: 0.3

8 moderate citations More info South Carolina average: 12.3

0 minor citations More info South Carolina average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 07, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Dec 20, 2023
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Dec 20, 2023
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 07, 2022
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Columbia The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

5 facilities compared · CMS & SC Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
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.

COLUMBIA
158
86.0%
+5%
4.63
-28%
+16%
0
8
0
77
A-
-
$13,7M
$6,1M
44.7%
425387
Forest Acres Post Acute
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.

COLUMBIA
132
80.6%
-2%
3.00
+3%
-25%
2
12
1
124
-
-
$10,8M
$3,6M
33.6%
425008
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbia
-
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.

Columbia
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
40
-
-
-
-
Forest Lake Manor
-
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.

COLUMBIA
60
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Life Care Center of Columbia
-
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.

Columbia
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
9
-
-
-
-

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 171
Employees 136
Contractors 35
Staff to resident ratio 2.14:1
19% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average ratio: 1.80:1

Avg staff/day 60
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 41,585
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 71
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

11.1%

4,631 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 10 Physical Therapy Aide: 7 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Other Physician: 2 Feeding Assistant: 1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant7107120,74091100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse400407,57191100%8.9
Registered Nurse120122,75791100%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,9517481%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist010101,4397380%6.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,2086571%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0559107684%6.1
Physical Therapy Aide0777346774%5.5
RN Director of Nursing2026486571%8
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Dietitian1015206571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015206571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334986875%6.2
Qualified Social Worker0333376571%4.5
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff0111803943%4.6
Feeding Assistant0111673943%4.3
Occupational Therapy Aide0111563437%4.6
Other Physician022911719%4.8
Medical Director011822629%3.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113867%6.3
71 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
40 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 81%
10 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 80%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 84%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 74%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 75%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days 43%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 43%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 37%
2 Other Physician
% of Days 19%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
80 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
70 residents (87.5%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (12.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

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

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

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

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
23% 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. 13.7
12% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 15.5

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.4%
51% 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 19.0%
17% worse 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 15.6%
9% better 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 2.1%
29% 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 2.1%
66% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
36% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.9%
38% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.9%
31% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.0%
10% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.8%
7% 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 75.0%
17% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.3%
19% 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 1.0%
43% 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 93.8%
20% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 78.0%

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled, South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), South Carolina resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, SC resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via ECAP (~$500 max).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, SC resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+, SC resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind), SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed; home-focused.

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

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+, SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.

~$1,732/month (133% FPL, individual).

$4,250 (individual, higher than standard SNAP).

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.