Fairburn Health Care Center
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Fairburn Health Care Center

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Fairburn Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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.

Since 2017 · 9 years of data 90 deficiencies 53 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (329% above)
• Deficiencies per year (335% above)
• Total inspections (430% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% below)
Latest Inspection June 19, 2025 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility GA Average vs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 90 21 This facility has 329% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (90 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 329% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2017. 10 2.3 This facility has 335% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (10 vs. GA avg 2.3).↑ 335% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.7 2.1 This facility has 19% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia nursing home (1.7 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 19% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility GA Average vs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 53 10 This facility has 430% more total inspections than a typical Georgia nursing home (53 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 430% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on June 19, 2025, cited three deficiencies related to facility repair, menu planning, and infection prevention documentation.
  • The August 5, 2024, routine survey found 13 deficiencies including medication errors over 5%, unsafe environment hazards, poor food safety, and inadequate respiratory and dialysis care.
  • Multiple complaints investigated in 2025 were unsubstantiated, but four complaints in 2024 were substantiated with deficiencies related to medication, meals, environment, and infection control.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 4

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations
25 Rank #147 / 203Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 203 GA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
6.25 Rank #147 / 203Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 203 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Georgia average 4.68


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

4 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations; and 18 of 25 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious health citations
1
100% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations Georgia average: 0.7

1 serious citation Georgia average: 0.5

24 moderate citations Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 7 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jun 19, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jun 19, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Jun 19, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Aug 05, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 113
Employees 113
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.01 : 1
29% fewer staff per resident than Georgia average
Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1 Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1See full Georgia ranking
Avg staff/day 47
Average shift 7.8 hours
6% worse than Georgia average
Georgia average: 8.3 hours Georgia average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Georgia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,531

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 13 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 24 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 58 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 58
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors 0% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 58 0 58 17,506 92 100% 7.1
Licensed Practical Nurse 24 0 24 7,860 92 100% 9.5
Registered Nurse 13 0 13 1,396 87 95% 9
Physical Therapy Assistant 2 0 2 984 69 75% 8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician 2 0 2 863 72 78% 7.5
Speech Language Pathologist 2 0 2 770 67 73% 7.7
Medication Aide/Technician 1 0 1 531 58 63% 9.2
RN Director of Nursing 1 0 1 531 62 67% 8.6
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 528 66 72% 8
Administrator 1 0 1 512 64 70% 8
Mental Health Service Worker 1 0 1 512 64 70% 8
Qualified Social Worker 1 0 1 500 65 71% 7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 0 2 365 45 49% 8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff 2 0 2 274 41 45% 6.7
Dietitian 1 0 1 222 34 37% 6.5
Occupational Therapy Aide 1 0 1 176 27 29% 6.5
58 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 95%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 78%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 72%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 49%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 45%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 37%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 29%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.0
7% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.9
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Average Georgia avg: 3.1 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.5%
33% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 17.8%
8% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.5%
21% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.6%
51% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.1%
28% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.9%
18% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 29.8%
241% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.1%
37% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 48.8%
47% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 50.5%
47% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.18
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.86
6% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Georgia avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 9.4%
88% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.4%
53% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 8.1%
90% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 25.4%
5% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.1%
9% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 2.2%
182% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 34.9%
31% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

31% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

50% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 112
Medicare
8
7.1% of residents
Medicaid
100
89.3% of residents
Private pay or other
4
3.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.6M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.0M
Privately-owned community Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.6M Rank #130 / 197Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Georgia average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.0M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$196.6K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #196 / 197Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 196th out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$1.4M 15.7% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #192 / 197Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 192nd out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Georgia average. Well-run Georgia facilities typically land around 51–61% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$10.3M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$11.6M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (50% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 7 - 8 months.

Admissions
274 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 19%
Private pay 31%
Medicaid 50%
Discharges
267 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 14%
Private pay 28%
Medicaid 58%

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fairburn's city center to Fairburn Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.35 miles to nearest hospital (Piedmont Fayette)

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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

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GA AVG 78.1%
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Georgia

Fairburn Health Care Center is located in Fairburn, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about Fairburn Health Care Center

Is Fairburn Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Fairburn Health Care Center has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Fairburn Health Care Center?

Fairburn Health Care Center's occupancy is 41%.

What is the best email address for Fairburn Health Care Center?

The team at Fairburn Health Care Center can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Fairburn Health Care Center?

Pamela Scandrett is the administrator of Fairburn Health Care Center.

How many beds does Fairburn Health Care Center have?

Fairburn Health Care Center has 120 beds.

What is the phone number of Fairburn Health Care Center?

(770) 964-1355 will put you in contact with the team at Fairburn Health Care Center.

What county is Fairburn Health Care Center located in?

Fairburn Health Care Center is in Fulton County.

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