Buchanan Healthcare Center
144 Depot Street, Buchanan, GA 30113
Buchanan Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Buchanan, Georgia. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 1 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (770) 646-5512
- Last standard health inspection
- June 18, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 60
- Residents per day, on average
- 43.9
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Buchanan Healthcare Center LLC
- Chain
- Blue Ridge Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Georgia average (18 vs 17).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on June 18, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
2 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 18, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on March 30, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0637. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
5 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 30, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
Citation K0291. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
Citation K0352. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0352 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
12 citations
Health inspection on April 4, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0725. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0804. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0814. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0925. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
16 citations
Fire safety inspection on April 4, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0311. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0341. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0352. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0131. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0281. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0364. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0700. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0741. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2024.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- EPEOZ LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- HCO MANAGEMENT LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- EPEOZ LLCIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- NAJMAN, EDENIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- NAJMAN, ILANIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- NAJMAN, PAZIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- HAMMOND, JANETOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/25/2024
- MORROW, NICHOLASOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 09/01/2023
- NAJMAN, ILANOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
Questions
When was Buchanan Healthcare Center last inspected?
CMS lists June 18, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Buchanan Healthcare Center have?
CMS lists 18 health citations since April 4, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Buchanan Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Buchanan Healthcare Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Buchanan Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.