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22/100Sandpiper Post Acute Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Mount Pleasant, South Carolina)
1049 Anna Knapp Boulevard, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina 29464
Phone: 8438813210
CMS Overall:1/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
176
Avg Residents/Day
162.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Charleston
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
Yes
CMS Star Ratings
Overall1/5
Health1/5
Staffing1/5
Quality4/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | South Carolina Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.41 | 0.62 | -0.22 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.12 | 3.87 | -0.75 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 1/5 | 3.1/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 51.1% | 46% | - |
Health Citation History
35 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | K – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2026-06-30 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-30 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-01-28 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2024-04-18 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-01-05 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | J – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2024-01-05 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | J – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2024-01-05 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
4 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-10 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-04-10 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$97,992
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
5
Number of Fines
5
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Fine | $24,205 | - |
| 2025-04-10 | Fine | $7,882 | - |
| 2024-04-18 | Fine | $49,104 | - |
| 2024-01-05 | Fine | $3,801 | - |
| 2024-01-05 | Fine | $13,000 | - |
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