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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Columbia, SC
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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · 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.
731 Polo Rd, Columbia, SC 29223 View map
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Overview of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

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Located in Columbia, South Carolina, Wildewood Downs is a top-notch destination for independent senior living. Situated within the scenic and secure 37-acre gated community of Wildewood, this premier facility provides a lifestyle that surpasses expectations. Residents can choose from a range of luxurious independent cottage homes and spacious villa apartments, each meticulously designed to offer comfort and elegance.

At Wildewood Downs, residents can enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with a comprehensive set of amenities and services. Maintenance-free living ensures that residents can enjoy their time without worrying about household chores. Weekly housekeeping keeps their living spaces tidy and organized. Daily dining options cater to their culinary preferences, while convenient bill payment services streamline financial tasks. Transportation services are readily available for hassle-free mobility, and a 24-hour emergency call system ensures safety and peace of mind. Pets are more than welcome at Wildewood Downs, allowing residents to bring their beloved companions along. Additionally, residents have the freedom to furnish their living spaces with their own furniture, creating a familiar and personalized environment.

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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.
▲ 75.8% Above SC avg. ▲ 75.8% 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.
▲ 72.9% Above SC avg. ▲ 72.9% 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 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 vs South Carolina averages

Rank #8 / 117Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 117 homes we track in South Carolina for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 117 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 8th out of 117 homes we track 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.

5h 37m

40% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
1h 18m
+106% 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 11m
+16% 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.
3h 8m
+41% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 21m 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.
5h 3m
+51% State avg: 3h 20m 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.
9m
+71% 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.
1h 5m
+171% State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 29m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

Standout metric: Weekend RN is +171% above South Carolina average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 57 Rank #113 / 132Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 132 homes we track in South Carolina for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
26 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #26 / 46Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 46 homes we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
33 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #86 / 86Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 86 homes we track in South Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 86. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
28.1% This home usually has availability
Lower than the South Carolina average: 86.6%
Occupied beds
16 / 57
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
32 days

About this community

Awards

6X National Award Winner

License Details

CountyRichland
License NumberCRC-2091
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is legally operated by Wildewood Retirement LLC, and administered by Robert Hernandez.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call system

Staffing

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

Leadership

Administrator Emailrhernandez@wildewood-downs.com

Staff Details

Total Employees
160
Full-Time Employees
160

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Email licensing@wildewood-downs.com

Pricing & Financial Information

Cottage Home pricing from the low$200’s to high $500’s per month
Villa Apartment pricing from the low$100’s per month

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This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

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 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 13 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2021 vs. South Carolina state average
Overall vs. SC average 1 Worse Metrics worse than South Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at South Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (at SC avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 1313 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the South Carolina average (13 vs. SC avg 13).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.33.62 This facility has 19% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical South Carolina nursing home (4.3 vs. SC avg 3.62).↑ 19% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilitySC Averagevs. SC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer total inspections than the South Carolina average (3 vs. SC avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer
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CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Total health inspections 3

South Carolina average 3.8

Last Health inspection on Jan 2026

Total health citations
9 Rank #70 / 119Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 119 homes we track 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 119 SC facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 12.9

Citations per inspection
3 Rank #90 / 119Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 119 homes we track in South Carolina for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 119 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 3.39

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

8 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

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

South Carolina average: 0.9

Serious health citations
0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

0 critical citations South Carolina average: 0.9
0 serious citations South Carolina average: 0.3
9 moderate citations South Carolina average: 11.7
0 minor citations South Carolina average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jan 22, 2026
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Jan 22, 2026
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Oct 10, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Oct 10, 2024
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 177
Employees 97
Contractors 80
Staff to resident ratio 6.56 : 1
257% 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 46
Average shift 4.3 hours
46% worse 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) 18,026

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 66 total: 16 full-time employees and 50 contractors. 66
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 3.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 26 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 3.9 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. 3.8 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

20.5%

3,687 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 50 Physical Therapy Assistant: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Medical Director: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 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 Assistant480487,52692100%3.8
Registered Nurse1650662,78492100%3.9
Licensed Practical Nurse260262,33292100%3.9
Physical Therapy Aide0661,0636773%6.8
Other Dietary Services Staff2029316975%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0556868087%5.6
Administrator1014405560%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0774407177%4.7
Dental Services Staff1014405560%8
Qualified Social Worker0334196571%5.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0663386368%4.4
Nurse Practitioner1012666470%4.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist1012506065%4.2
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011481314%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113867%6.3
Medical Director011252123%1.2
Medication Aide/Technician101111%1
48 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
66 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
26 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 73%
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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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $4K Rank #54 / 120Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 120 homes we track 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 120 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
89% 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 $4K
South Carolina average $34K

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.

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.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 77.6%
In line with 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%
35% 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 81.3%
In line with 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. 20.1%
19% 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. 16.3%
16% worse 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. 46.5%
13% worse 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. 56.6%
12% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 27
Medicare
27
100% of residents
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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a limited liability company.
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."
$6.6M
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."
-$12.8M
For-profit Operated by a limited liability company.
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."
$6.6M Rank #101 / 113Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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."
-$12.8M
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.
$9.5M
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 #68 / 113Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.1M 92.9% 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 #7 / 113Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 113 homes we track in South Carolina. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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).
$13.2M
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).
$19.3M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Robert Hernandez.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 425385

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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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.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (62% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 28 days.

Admissions
307 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 62%
Private pay 38%
Discharges
305 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 60%
Private pay 40%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The South Carolina average is: 62.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
West Columbia
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 109
Rank #131 / 132
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
SC AVG 86.6%
Rank #41 / 86
+6%
6.69
Facility 6.69
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #5 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +65%+67%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
4
Facility 4
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #14 / 119
1.3
Facility 1.3
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #3 / 119
-20A+
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 34
Rank #3 / 46
Frances Case
$28.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $28.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #4 / 113
$23.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $23.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #3 / 113
82.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 82.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #10 / 113
425401
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 109
Rank #113 / 132
28.1%
Facility 28.1%
SC AVG 86.6%
Rank #86 / 86
-68%
5.61
Facility 5.61
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #8 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +300%+40%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #54 / 120
9
Facility 9
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #70 / 119
3.0
Facility 3.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #90 / 119
-16-
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 34
Rank #26 / 46
Wildewood Retirement LLC
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #101 / 113
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #68 / 113
92.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 92.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #7 / 113
425385
Nhc Healthcare Parklane ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
HC
HOS
SNF
Columbia
180
Facility 180
SC AVG 109
Rank #5 / 132
--
5.54
Facility 5.54
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #9 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -24%+38%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
10
Facility 10
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #88 / 119
5.0
Facility 5.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #110 / 119
-103--Nhc Healthcare/Parklane LLC
$21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #12 / 113
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #11 / 113
54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #76 / 113
425352
White Oak Manor Columbia ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
SNF
Columbia
120
Facility 120
SC AVG 109
Rank #51 / 132
88.8%
Facility 88.8%
SC AVG 86.6%
Rank #60 / 86
+2%
4.00
Facility 4.00
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #58 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -20%0%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #71 / 120
9
Facility 9
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #57 / 119
2.3
Facility 2.3
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #47 / 119
1107--Nhc Healthcare/Columbia Wo LLC
$10.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #60 / 113
$7.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #40 / 113
70.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 70.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #23 / 113
425068
Rice Estate – Assisted Living ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Columbia
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 109
Rank #127 / 132
35.0%
Facility 35.0%
SC AVG 86.6%
Rank #83 / 86
-60%
5.21
Facility 5.21
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #11 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -42%+30%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 120
5
Facility 5
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #35 / 119
1.7
Facility 1.7
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #39 / 119
-14A-Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc
$12.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #35 / 113
$7.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #45 / 113
55.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 55.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #67 / 113
425387

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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community 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 Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Wildewood Downs Retirement Community in?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is in the Williamsburg East neighborhood of Columbia.

Who is the owner of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is legally operated by Wildewood Retirement LLC, and administered by Robert Hernandez.

Is Wildewood Downs Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community has a walk score of 33. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

According to SC state health department records, Wildewood Downs Retirement Community's license number is CRC-2091.

What is the occupancy rate at Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community's occupancy is 28.1%.

How long has Wildewood Downs Retirement Community been in business?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Yes, Wildewood Downs Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

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