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Total health inspections
4
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home
Briarwood Health Center is located near Emory Decatur Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing services, rehabilitation, and a variety of amenities including free salon services and a first-class dining experience. The center is committed to providing personalized care and maintaining the dignity of each resident.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94.2%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Occupancy rate
94.2%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
60% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.8M
Operating loss
-$412.2K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12,786,684.00
Operating loss
$-412,201.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.2M
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
About this community
Occupancy Rate
95%
Occupied Beds
95 of 100
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
November 1, 2016
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
115322
County:
DEKALB
Accreditations:
The Joint Commission, AHCA, GHCA
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
24-Hour Skilled Nursing Services, Rehabilitation, Cardiac Management, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Esteem Salons
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
38 visits/inspections
6 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
5 routine inspections
4 other visits
4 life safety inspections
Results
9 with issues
29 without issues
Latest inspection
Date:August 27, 2021
Type:Abbreviated Survey
18 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
-42%
-6%
+21%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30084
100
No
AKERS, BAREN
94.2%
$12,770,260.00
$5,442,108.00
42.6%
95.00
3.3468
-
11
1
-42%-6%+21%
Altamaha Healthcare Center
+3%
-22%
+10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31545
62
No
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
86.3%
$6,536,305.00
$2,064,988.00
31.6%
53.50
2.7638
1
20
1
+3%-22%+10%
Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31701
32
No
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31701.0
32
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Alzheimer’s Services Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30260
50
No
-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 30084
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
AKERS, BAREN
CCN:
115322
Occupancy:
94.2%
Home Revenue:
$12,770,260.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,442,108.00
Payroll %:
42.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
95.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3468
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-42%
-42%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+21%
+21%
Altamaha Healthcare Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 31545
Bed Count:
62
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
CCN:
115577
Occupancy:
86.3%
Home Revenue:
$6,536,305.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,064,988.00
Payroll %:
31.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
53.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7638
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
20
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
126
Total Staff
124
Employees
2
Contractors
38,025
Total Hours (Quarter)
58
Avg Staff/Day
7.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 7.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 8.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 7 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
105 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
5.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
3.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
67 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 0 | 60 | 17,799 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 10,308 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,557 | 67 | 74% | 8.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,302 | 84 | 92% | 7.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,294 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 725 | 73 | 80% | 6.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 600 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 581 | 67 | 74% | 4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 514 | 68 | 75% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 511 | 63 | 69% | 8.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 495 | 61 | 67% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 456 | 76 | 84% | 3.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 447 | 38 | 42% | 11.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 3 | 0 | 3 | 229 | 36 | 40% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 120 | 37 | 41% | 3.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 39 | 13 | 14% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 13 | 14% | 2.2 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
11
Citations per inspection
2.75
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
1 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
1
1
100% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
10 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Sep 22, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Apr 25, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Apr 25, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Jan 19, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
89
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(5.6%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
33
(37.1%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
51
(57.3%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
12% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.7
25% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.3%
21% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.3%
66% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.7%
23% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.1%
13% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.1%
17% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.9%
19% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
43.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
43.0%
392% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.7%
13% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
8% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.5%
14% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
35% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.2%
15% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 78.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.2%
↑ 6.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$412,201
↓ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,066,307
↑ ~$3.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-3.2%
↓ 9.2pp vs 2022
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