Baptist Village, Inc.
2650 Carswell Ave, Waycross, GA 31502
Baptist Village, Inc. is a nursing home in Waycross, 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
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (912) 283-7050
- Last standard health inspection
- December 4, 2025 (11 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 254
- Residents per day, on average
- 166.2
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Church related
- Legal business name
- Baptist Village, INC.
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Georgia average (9 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 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on April 27, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
10 of 356 Georgia homes (3%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 January 20, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0757. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2026.
Citation F0760. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on December 4, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0341. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2026.
Citation K0374. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2026.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 January 17, 2026.
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 January 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2023.
Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2026.
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 January 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 17, 2026.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 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.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 19, 2024 from $6,180 to $4,017.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from April 27, 2023 from $9,540 to $6,201.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on September 19, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 3, 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 November 3, 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 November 3, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2023.
2 citations
Fire safety inspection on September 19, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 November 27, 2024.
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 November 3, 2024.
Fine
September 19, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $4,017 on September 19, 2024.
3 citations
Health inspection on April 27, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0882. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2023.
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 June 11, 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 11, 2023.
12 citations
Fire safety inspection on April 27, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2023.
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 June 11, 2023.
Citation K0372. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2023.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2023.
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 June 11, 2023.
Citation K0331. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2023.
Citation K0364. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2023.
Citation K0371. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 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 11, 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 11, 2023.
Citation K0781. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 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 11, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BAPTIST CONVENTION OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 12/21/1966
Questions
When was Baptist Village, Inc. last inspected?
CMS lists December 4, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Baptist Village, Inc. have?
CMS lists 9 health citations since April 27, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Baptist Village, Inc. been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $4,017 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Baptist Village, Inc.?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Baptist Village, Inc. a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.