Countryside Post Acute
233 Carrollton Street · Buchanan, GA · 30113 · 7706463861
62 certified beds For profit - Corporation
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.81 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $4,068 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected May 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F August 21, 2025
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected September 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected September 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 18, 2024 | Fine | $4,068 |
| April 18, 2024 | Payment Denial | 74 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115592 · certified since September 12, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.