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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Nurse Care of Buckhead

2920 Pharr Court South NW · Atlanta, GA 30305 · 220 certified beds

4042619043

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About Nurse Care of Buckhead

In Atlanta, Georgia, Nurse Care of Buckhead is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 220 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Wellington Health Care Services. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 80 citations, the newest dated 11 December 2025. Federal enforcement records add 6 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.57 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

77

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

77

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

77

Inspection history (80)

Records from December 2021 to December 2025.

  • June 9, 2025 · E

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0561

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · F

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · F

    Citation F0887

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · F

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · C

    Citation F0568

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0568 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · E

    Citation F0814

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · F

    Citation F0867

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · D

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • June 9, 2025 · J

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-09 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0729

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0729 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0607

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · F

    Citation F0940

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0940 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

  • March 4, 2025 · F

    Citation F0579

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0579 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV

Penalties (6)

Total fines on file: $282,268

  • June 9, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-136178

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $267,426 against this nursing home on 2025-06-09 (Fine ID: 136178). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-09.GOV

  • August 1, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-37062

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $5,346 against this nursing home on 2024-08-01 (Fine ID: 37062). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-01.GOV

  • August 1, 2024 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2024-09-19

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-09-19, lasting 43 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-08-01). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-01.GOV

  • February 20, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-36873

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $2,659 against this nursing home on 2024-02-20 (Fine ID: 36873). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-20.GOV

  • February 12, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-36862

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $2,279 against this nursing home on 2024-02-12 (Fine ID: 36862). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-12.GOV

  • January 22, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-36818

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,558 against this nursing home on 2024-01-22 (Fine ID: 36818). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-22.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.57 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.42 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.42 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.57 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.57 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.57 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.16 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Wellington Health Care Services

Chain ID 559 · 14 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 2.1

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Wellington Healthcare Services LP

    parent · PAC 5597850354

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

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Nursing Homes

Median · GA$8,821/mo
See full GA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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