Occupancy rate
95%
In line with Georgia averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home in Georgia
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
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
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
95%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Occupancy rate
95%
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
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$12.8M
Operating loss
-$412.2K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business 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
In line with Georgia averageOccupied beds
95 / 100
Average residents
88 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceNovember 1, 2016
CountyDEKALB
CMS Certification Number115322
AccreditationsThe Joint Commission, AHCA, GHCA
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
Comfortable Patient Rooms
In-Room Or Common Area Dining
Free Wi-Fi And Cable Tv
Telephone Service Available
Free Beautician And Barber Services At Our Esteem Salons Five Days A Week
Warm And Welcoming Staff
Specific Programs24-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.
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Latest inspection
Date
August 27, 2021
Abbreviated Survey18 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Georgia average: 21 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Briarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
The most recent inspection on August 27, 2021, found the facility in compliance with infection control regulations and did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed the facility in substantial compliance, with multiple complaint investigations found to be unsubstantiated. Past deficiencies primarily involved issues with privacy and confidentiality, infection control practices, and life safety code compliance, including maintenance of fire safety equipment and emergency preparedness. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with recent surveys showing no cited deficiencies following earlier issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Total health citations
11
Georgia average 16.6
Citations per inspection
2.75
Georgia average 4.68
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
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 22, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 22, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 25, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 25, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 25, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 25, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jan 19, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Georgia The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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TUCKER
100
94.2%
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Akers, Baren
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$5.4M
42.6%
115322
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
JESUP
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+10%
2.76
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1
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31.6%
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Alzheimer’s Services Center
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
126
Employees
124
Contractors
2
Staff to resident ratio
1.42:1
0% compared with Georgia averageGeorgia average ratio: 1.45:1
Avg staff/day
58
Average shift
7.2 hours
13% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.3 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
38,025
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
28
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
60
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.2%
67 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| 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 |
60 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
28 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
74%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
92%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
74%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
75%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
67%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
84%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
42%
3 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
40%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
41%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
89 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (5.6%)
Medicaid
33 residents (37.1%)
Private pay or other
51 residents (57.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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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