Hospitals in ZIP 29488 (Walterboro, SC)

In ZIP 29488, Walterboro, SC, the latest CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified hospitals, with an average overall star rating of 3.0 / 5 among rated providers.

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Hospitals provide inpatient medical and surgical care, emergency services, and diagnostic care. Medicare-certified hospitals receive CMS star ratings that summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.

ZIP 29488 at a glance

This ZIP-level profile covers 1 CMS-certified hospitals in ZIP 29488, 1 of which report an overall star rating (100%). Ownership on record breaks down as 1 for-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 3.0 out of 5 at COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER (for-profit).

Providers on record	1
With a published overall rating	1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating	3.0 / 5
Highest-rated provider	COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER (3.0 / 5)
Ownership mix	1 for-profit
Certified beds (total)	Not reported
Providers with a federal penalty	0

All hospitals in ZIP 29488

Hospital · Proprietary Colleton Medical Center Walterboro, SC 29488 CMS rating 3.0 / 5

Comparing hospitals in ZIP 29488

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Families in ZIP 29488, Walterboro, SC should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Provider-level CMS data

Provider	Care type	Overall	Ownership	Certified beds	Penalties
COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER	Hospital	3.0	for-profit	—	0

Frequently asked questions

What is the average CMS rating for hospitals in ZIP 29488?

Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for hospitals in ZIP 29488 is 3.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.

Which hospital in ZIP 29488 has the highest CMS rating?

In the current data, COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospitals in ZIP 29488, at 3.0 out of 5.

Who owns the hospitals in ZIP 29488?

Ownership on record for hospitals in ZIP 29488 is 1 for-profit. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

How do I choose a hospital in ZIP 29488?

When comparing hospitals, review the CMS overall rating and the underlying measure groups, confirm that the services you need are offered, and check whether the hospital participates in your insurance network. Ratings are signals, not medical advice.

How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 29488?

No certified-bed counts are published for the providers currently listed in ZIP 29488. Bed counts apply to nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.

Where does this information come from?

All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.

Data & methodology

All figures on this page come from the CMS Provider Data Catalog dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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