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Forest Acres Post Acute

Poor1-Star CMS Rating

2601 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29204

132 Beds
Medicare Since 1972

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2601 Forest Drive
Columbia, SC 29204

About Forest Acres Post Acute

Nursing home overview and details

Forest Acres Post Acute is a for-profit nursing home in Columbia, SC, serving Richland County and the surrounding community. The facility has 132 certified beds with an average daily census of 123.7 residents.

Forest Acres Post Acute has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1972, bringing 54 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with PACS GROUP, which provides administrative support and oversight.

CMS has assigned this facility a 1-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Columbia, SC, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating1/5 Stars
Certified Beds132
Avg. Residents/Day123.7
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyRichland
Affiliated Doctors2

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Forest Acres Post Acute has received a 1-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Very Good

Staffing

Poor

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Forest Acres Post Acute provides 2.85 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.15 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 74.1%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 90.9%. Weekend staffing averages 2.63 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.15
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day2.85
Total Nurse Turnover Rate74.1%
RN Turnover Rate90.9%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)2.63

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Forest Acres Post Acute has received 2 fines totaling $85,163, and has 3 total penalties on record. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines2 ($85,163)
Total Penalties3

Doctors at Forest Acres Post Acute

2 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Forest Acres Post Acute

What is the CMS rating for Forest Acres Post Acute?

Forest Acres Post Acute has a 1-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Forest Acres Post Acute have?

Forest Acres Post Acute has 132 certified beds with an average daily census of 123.7 residents.

What type of facility is Forest Acres Post Acute?

Forest Acres Post Acute is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Richland County in Columbia, SC.

How many doctors practice at Forest Acres Post Acute?

2 physicians are affiliated with Forest Acres Post Acute. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Forest Acres Post Acute have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Forest Acres Post Acute has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·