Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation
433 North McGriff Street, Whigham, GA 39897
Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Whigham, 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
- CMS overall star rating1 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJune 3, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Health citations since October 20, 202235 (Georgia average 17)
- Fines in the past three years2, $210,094 in total
- CMS flagsSpecial Focus Facility candidate, CMS abuse icon
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Special Focus Facility candidate
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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 quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on August 12, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 3 times since 2024.
Health inspection on June 3, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 July 18, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on June 3, 2026
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 July 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 18, 2026.
Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 18, 2026.
Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2025.
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 July 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2025.
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 July 18, 2026.
Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 July 18, 2026.
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 July 18, 2026.
Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 July 18, 2026.
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 July 18, 2026.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Health inspection on March 10, 2026
4 citationsCMS 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.
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Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 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 April 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
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 April 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0835. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0835 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing 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.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing 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.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was PINEWOOD NURSING CENTER.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.9 to 2.5 hours per resident per day.
Health inspection on August 20, 2025
4 citationsCMS 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.
20 of 356 Georgia homes (6%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
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Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
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 September 30, 2025.
Citation F0726. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2025.
Citation F0835. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0623 from the health inspection on February 19, 2025.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 19, 2024 from $204,370 to $205,861.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
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 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 19, 2024 from $314,415 to $204,370.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on February 19, 2025
12 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 March 19, 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 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 March 19, 2025.
Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
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 March 19, 2025.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
Citation F0773. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
Citation F0847. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
Citation F0848. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
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 March 19, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on February 19, 2025
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0001. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for E0001 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0291 2 times since 2022.
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 March 19, 2025.
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 March 19, 2025.
Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2025.
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 March 19, 2025.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on August 19, 2024
9 citationsCMS 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.
21 of 356 Georgia homes (6%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $205,861 on August 19, 2024.
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Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0835. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0730. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 17, 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 17, 2024.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 30, 2023 from $4,194 to $4,233.
Health inspection on December 13, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 January 17, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2022.
October 30, 2023
FineCMS fine of $4,233 on October 30, 2023.
Health inspection on October 20, 2022
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0801. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
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 November 16, 2022.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
Fire safety inspection on October 20, 2022
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0001. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
Citation K0281. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
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 16, 2022.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 16, 2022.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (229) 307-2004
- Last standard health inspection
- June 3, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 142
- Residents per day, on average
- 63.2
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Whigham Opco LLC
- Chain
- Brighton Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Georgia average (35 vs 17).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- STATESBORO HOLDCO LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
- FISCHER, DAVIDIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
- INZELBUCH, AZRIELIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
- LEFKOWITZ, ZEVIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
- FENELUS, RHODOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/02/2025
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- FISCHER, DAVIDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
- PEACOCK, MICHAELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2025
Questions
When was Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation last inspected?
CMS lists June 3, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation have?
CMS lists 35 health citations since October 20, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $210,094 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation a Special Focus Facility?
Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.