U.S. News & World Report Releases 2027 Best Nursing Homes List

U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes report, announcing successful facilities across South Carolina. Nationwide, only about 18 percent of more than 14,600 evaluated facilities earned the "Best Nursing Home" designation.

The organization, which has provided an independent guide since 2009 for families seeking short-term rehabilitation or long-term care services, has shared its new rankings with the public. Dr. Jordan Derk, senior health care researcher at U.S. News, stated that the ratings are designed to provide transparent quality metrics for families.

Evaluations were determined by analyzing staffing levels, patient health outcomes, and official health and safety reports. Within this scope, only 18 percent of the more than 14,600 facilities examined nationwide achieved the highest rating.

Out of 187 licensed nursing homes in South Carolina, 31 earned a "High Performing" rating in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or both categories. The list featured facilities such as Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Health Care Center in Charleston, NHC Healthcare in Greenville and Lexington, and various Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina locations.