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Nursing Home in Georgia

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Lumber City Operations, LLC

Nursing Home in Georgia

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Lumber City Operations, LLC

Overview of Lumber City Operations, LLC
Lumber City is a city located in Telfair County, Georgia. It was incorporated as a town in 1889 and named for a sawmill near the original town site. The community reflects its historical reliance on artesian wells.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
4/5
Georgia average: 2.6/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
5/5
Georgia average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info 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.
1/5
Georgia average: 2.3/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
2/5
Georgia average: 3.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
2h 55m per day

This home provides 19% less nursing time per resident than the Georgia average.

Georgia average: 3h 37m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 86

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Georgia average
Occupancy rate 68.6%
Residents per day (avg) 63
Occupancy rate
68.6%
Residents per day (avg)
63

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

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

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

29% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

42% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.5M
Operating loss
-$896.9K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.5M
Operating loss
-$896.9K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.4M
32.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
Total costs $8.4M
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
3 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
In line with Georgia average
Occupied beds
59 / 86
Average residents 88 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceDecember 7, 2022
CountyTelfair

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number115404

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lumber City Operations, LLC is administrated by Ms Lorie Newsome.

Contact Lumber City Operations, LLC

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.

3 visits/inspections

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date June 2, 2022
Abbreviated Survey

Inspection Report Summary for Lumber City Operations, LLC

The most recent inspection on June 2, 2022, found no deficiencies and determined that complaints investigated at that time were unsubstantiated. Earlier inspections also showed the facility in substantial compliance with Life Safety Code requirements and emergency preparedness standards, with no citations noted. Prior reports did not list any enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions in the available records. Complaint investigations reviewed during this period were consistently unsubstantiated. The inspection history suggests stable compliance without emerging issues or enforcement actions.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 9

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
4.5

Georgia average 4.68


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

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 1
100% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Georgia average: 0.7

1 serious citation More info Georgia average: 0.5

8 moderate citations More info Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations More info Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

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

5 facilities compared · CMS & GA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Lumber City Operations, LLC
NH

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.

Lumber City
86
74.7%
-4%
2.92
-14%
-18%
0
9
4.5
1
63
Lowe, Anjuan
$7.5M
$2.4M
32.2%
115404
Altamaha Healthcare Center
NH

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
62
86.3%
+10%
2.76
+3%
-22%
1
20
5.0
1
54
Mukwindidza, Chido
$6.5M
$2.1M
31.6%
115577
Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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NH

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.

Albany
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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NH

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.

Albany
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Alzheimer’s Services Center
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NH

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.

Morrow
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 127
Employees 53
Contractors 74
Staff to resident ratio 2.15:1
48% better than Georgia average

Georgia average ratio: 1.45:1

Avg staff/day 29
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 22,549
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 69
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

22.1%

4,984 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 39 Licensed Practical Nurse: 21 Registered Nurse: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant30396912,08691100%9.3
Licensed Practical Nurse1121325,27491100%9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2026386571%7.6
Registered Nurse5495424752%8.7
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Speech Language Pathologist0225166875%6.6
Administrator1015126470%8
Physical Therapy Aide0225086571%6.6
Physical Therapist1014966268%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014906167%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0114695763%8.2
Dietitian1013364044%8.4
Physical Therapy Assistant033903640%2.3
Qualified Social Worker022732831%2.6
69 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
32 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 52%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Physical Therapist
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 63%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 44%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 40%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 31%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
59 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (11.9%)
Medicaid
45 residents (76.3%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (11.9%)
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.

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. 10.2
In line with 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. 15.1
13% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 16.5%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.9%
13% 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 11.8%
27% better 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 2.1%
36% 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 5.9%
7% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.7%
34% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.8%
63% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 20.3%
132% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.9%
35% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 75.8%
17% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.4%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 68.5%
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.6%
20% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.5%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

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

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

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