Buchanan Healthcare Center
144 Depot Street · Buchanan, GA · 30113 · 7706465512
60 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Blue Ridge Healthcare
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: staffing below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.22 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.22 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 30, 2025
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 April 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 30, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 30, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 4, 2024
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 May 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 4, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115587 · certified since May 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.