Cycle 1
Health 2024-10-03 · Fire 2024-10-03
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Macon, GA
Blossom Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
1-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $36,454 in total fines with 6 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
3051 Whiteside Road, Macon, GA
(478) 788-1421
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
143
Certified beds
Average residents
80
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1997-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.33
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.99
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.69
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.42
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
50%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
65%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 4.1 |
2.2
1.9 pts worse
|
1.9
2.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.9 |
2.0
0.9 pts worse
|
1.8
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
91.2%
8.8 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.0%
5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 6.0% |
3.2%
2.8 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 12.9% |
9.6%
3.3 pts worse
|
11.4%
1.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 8.2% |
5.9%
2.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.5% |
20.7%
1.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
2.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 27.5% |
21.4%
6.1 pts worse
|
16.7%
10.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 5.7% |
17.9%
12.2 pts better
|
16.3%
10.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 10.2% |
16.2%
6 pts better
|
14.9%
4.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.1%
1.1 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.7% |
2.5%
1.8 pts better
|
1.7%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 12.0% |
16.1%
4.1 pts better
|
19.8%
7.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 7.6% |
6.2%
1.4 pts worse
|
5.1%
2.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 79.6% |
80.4%
0.8 pts worse
|
81.7%
2.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 14.6% |
12.2%
2.4 pts worse
|
12.0%
2.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.5% |
2.2%
0.3 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 92.7% |
78.2%
14.5 pts better
|
79.7%
13 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.4% |
24.2%
0.2 pts worse
|
23.9%
0.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2023-07-16 · Fire 2023-07-16
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (5 deficiencies)
17 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (8 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-08-04 · Fire 2022-08-04
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2024-11-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K100 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2023-11-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K200 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2023-11-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-11-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-11-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-11-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-11-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-11-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-11-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K361 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Corrected 2023-09-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-09-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-09-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2022-09-18
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-08
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2026-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-08
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2026-02-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
F940 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected 2024-11-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2024-11-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-03
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2024-11-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2023-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-16
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-08-30
B · Minimal harm
2023-07-16
F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-28
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-08-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-28
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-08-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-28
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-08-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-28
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-08-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-09-18
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2022-09-18
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2022-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-04
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-09-18
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$8,201
2023-06-28
Fine
Fine · fine $8,201
Fine
$28,253
2023-06-28
Fine
Fine · fine $28,253
Fine
$0
2023-06-28
Payment Denial
Payment Denial · denial start 2023-09-30 · 61 days
61 day denial
Ownership
Macon Holdings Group LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Brecher, Mendel
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Lichtman, Chana
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Lichtman, Sara
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Zimmerman, Jacob
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Niederman, Anshel
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Brecher, Libby
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Brecher, Mendel
Corporate Officer · Individual
Jiles, Renee
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Servisfirst Bank
5% Or Greater Security Interest · Organization
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