Cycle 1
Health 2024-01-11 · Fire 2024-01-11
10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Augusta, GA
PruittHealth - Augusta
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with $261,093 in total fines with 10 recent health deficiencies with 11 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2541 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA
(706) 738-2581
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
100
Certified beds
Average residents
87
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Pruitthealth
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1986-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.35
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.05
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.91
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.31
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
75%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
56%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.1 |
2.2
1.1 pts better
|
1.9
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
2.0
1.4 pts better
|
1.8
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 92.1% |
91.2%
0.9 pts better
|
93.4%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 90.4% |
95.0%
4.6 pts worse
|
95.5%
5.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.3% |
3.2%
2.9 pts better
|
3.3%
3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.1% |
9.6%
7.5 pts better
|
11.4%
9.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.6% |
5.9%
3.3 pts better
|
5.4%
2.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 12.3% |
20.7%
8.4 pts better
|
19.6%
7.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.5% |
21.4%
7.9 pts better
|
16.7%
3.2 pts better
|
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 | 7.0% |
17.9%
10.9 pts better
|
16.3%
9.3 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 | 1.2% |
1.1%
0.1 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
2.5%
2.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 11.0% |
16.1%
5.1 pts better
|
19.8%
8.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.9% |
6.2%
2.7 pts worse
|
5.1%
3.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 68.5% |
80.4%
11.9 pts worse
|
81.7%
13.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
2.2%
0.2 pts better
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 82.0% |
78.2%
3.8 pts better
|
79.7%
2.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-08-12 · Fire 2022-08-12
15 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2019-02-22 · Fire 2019-02-22
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (1 deficiency)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2024-02-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K232 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected 2024-03-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-02-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-03-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
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 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-02-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2022-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-11-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-11-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2022-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2019-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2019-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
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 2019-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2019-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2019-04-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-05-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2019-05-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K523 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that HVAC heat units are suspended and out of the reach of patients and can be shut off if unit is working improperly.
Corrected 2019-04-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
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 2019-04-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2019-04-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2019-04-08
Inspection history
Recent health citations
G · Actual harm
2025-06-26
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 2025-08-20
G · Actual harm
2025-06-26
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-08-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
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 2024-02-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
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 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-02-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-11
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-02-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
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 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
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 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
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 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
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 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2022-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-08-12
F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2022-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-22
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 2019-04-08
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$238,350
2025-06-26
Fine
Fine · fine $238,350
Fine
$4,017
2024-01-11
Fine
Fine · fine $4,017
Fine
$4,017
2024-01-11
Fine
Fine · fine $4,017
Fine
$4,017
2024-01-11
Fine
Fine · fine $4,017
Fine
$5,346
2024-01-11
Fine
Fine · fine $5,346
Fine
$5,346
2024-01-11
Fine
Fine · fine $5,346
Fine
Ownership
United Health Services Of Georgia, Inc.
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Engel, Christina
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
J Paige Pruitt Trust
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Lisa P Hamby Trust
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Neil L Pruitt Jr Trust
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Pruitt, Neil
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Pruitthealth Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Uhs-Pruitt Holdings, Inc.
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
United Health Services Inc
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
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