Forest Acres Post Acute
2601 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29204 · (803) 256-4983
For profit - Limited Liability company · 132 certified beds
Forest Acres Post Acute has a 1-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2026, found 4 citations (the South Carolina average is 3.7). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $82,018 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 17, 2026 found 4 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.July 17, 2026 · F0925 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.July 17, 2026 · F0644 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.July 17, 2026 · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.July 17, 2026 · F0693 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 9 citations.
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.February 15, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.February 15, 2024 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.February 15, 2024 · F0758 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.February 15, 2024 · F0759 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- 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.February 15, 2024 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.February 15, 2024 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.February 15, 2024 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.February 15, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.February 15, 2024 · F0881 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $82,018February 15, 2024
- Medicare payment denial for 24 daysStarting March 16, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | South Carolina average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 2.88 | 3.84 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.17 | 0.63 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.00 | 1.02 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.71 | 2.19 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 64.9% | 45.9% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 132 |
| Average residents per day | 125 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- NHC Healthcare - Parklane Columbia · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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- PruittHealth- Blythewood Columbia · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- White Oak Manor - Columbia Columbia · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Columbia · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Forest Acres Post Acute on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.