Cycle 1
Health 2025-07-31 · Fire 2025-07-31
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Blue Ridge, GA
Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 1 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
99 Ouida Street, Blue Ridge, GA
(706) 632-2271
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
101
Certified beds
Average residents
83
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Pruitthealth
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1989-07-05
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.71
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.89
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.87
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.87
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
40%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
43%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
2.2
1.6 pts better
|
1.9
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.8 |
2.0
0.2 pts better
|
1.8
About the same
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.8% |
91.2%
6.6 pts better
|
93.4%
4.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.2% |
95.0%
2.2 pts better
|
95.5%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.3% |
3.2%
0.1 pts worse
|
3.3%
About the same
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
9.6%
9.6 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.0% |
5.9%
1.1 pts worse
|
5.4%
1.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 25.1% |
20.7%
4.4 pts worse
|
19.6%
5.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.3% |
21.4%
8.1 pts better
|
16.7%
3.4 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 | 6.8% |
17.9%
11.1 pts better
|
16.3%
9.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.2% |
16.2%
11 pts better
|
14.9%
9.7 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 | 0.0% |
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 | 18.3% |
16.1%
2.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
1.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.7% |
6.2%
0.5 pts better
|
5.1%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.6% |
80.4%
16.2 pts better
|
81.7%
14.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 11.5% |
12.2%
0.7 pts better
|
12.0%
0.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.9% |
2.2%
1.3 pts better
|
1.6%
0.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.3% |
78.2%
18.1 pts better
|
79.7%
16.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 15.7% |
24.2%
8.5 pts better
|
23.9%
8.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-03-07 · Fire 2024-03-07
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-02-09 · Fire 2023-02-09
10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-31
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 2025-09-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-31
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-09-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-31
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-09-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2024-04-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2023-03-26
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-05-10
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-31
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 2025-09-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
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 2024-04-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
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 2024-04-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected 2024-04-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
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 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
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 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
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 2024-04-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-07
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-04-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
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 2023-03-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
F908 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
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 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
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 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
F583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
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 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
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 2023-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-02-09
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-03-28
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
United Health Services Of Georgia, Inc.
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Blanton, Thomas
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
Corporate Director · Individual
Pruitt, Neil
Corporate Officer · Individual
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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