Heritage Inn of Barnesville Health and Rehab
946 Veterans Parkway · Barnesville, GA · 30204 · 7703582485
117 certified beds Non profit - Other Chain: Ethica Health
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: staffing below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.13 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.96 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.96 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.13 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.68 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 54% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected March 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 9, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2021
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 October 18, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115447 · certified since November 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.