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Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC

604 Bluebird Boulevard, Fort Valley, GA 31030

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Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC is a nursing home in Fort Valley, 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.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS flags

CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

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.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.6 to 3.1 hours per resident per day.

  2. CMS update of May 27, 2026

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  3. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was FORT VALLEY HEALTH AND REHAB.

  4. CMS update of March 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  5. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  6. Health inspection on December 21, 2025

    7 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0803. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2026.

    • 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 February 4, 2026.

    • 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 February 4, 2026.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2026.

    • 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 February 4, 2026.

    • 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 February 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0695 3 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.

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  7. Fire safety inspection on December 21, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0293 2 times since 2024.

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  8. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  9. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 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 changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  10. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  11. Health inspection on August 18, 2024

    5 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 September 26, 2024.

    • Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 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 September 26, 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 September 26, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2024.

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  12. Fire safety inspection on August 18, 2024

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2024.

    • Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 26, 2024.

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  13. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 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 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  14. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  15. CMS update of January 31, 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 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  16. Health inspection on May 21, 2023

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0881. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • 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 June 26, 2023.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation F0887. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

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  17. Fire safety inspection on May 21, 2023

    7 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation E0004. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0311. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0341. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • 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 June 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0753. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

    • Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2023.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(478) 825-2031
Last standard health inspection
December 21, 2025 (10 months ago)
Certified beds
75
Residents per day, on average
53.9
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name
Fort Valley Operator LLC
Chain
Journey Healthcare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Georgia average (18 vs 17).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

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  • CRINO, BRYAN5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2015
  • FEUER, SCOTT5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2015
  • LINDEMAN, STUART5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2015
  • PASSERO, JOSEPH5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2015
  • GBD LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2015
  • MISSION HEALTH OF GEORGIA, LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2015
  • BARNES, MICHELLEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2018

Questions

When was Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC last inspected?

CMS lists December 21, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC have?

CMS lists 18 health citations since May 21, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Fort Valley Crossing of Journey LLC a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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