nursing home in Columbus, GA
Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West
2000 Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31904 · (706) 324-2251
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West at a glance
Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West is a 166-bed non-profit nursing home in Columbus, Georgia (Muscogee County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 18, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $34,431.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.9% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 166
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Magnolia Manor Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- April 6, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Muscogee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115045
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.30 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.51 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.40 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.55 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.9% | 46% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.6% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 68.8 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $34,431 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 166 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.8% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.9% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.4% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.5% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 18, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $34,431 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 6, 2024 | Fine | $34,431 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORT, HILLERY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2008 |
| TODD, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2007 |
| BUTLER, DARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2016 |
| MAGNOLIA MANOR INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2007 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West's rating?
Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Magnolia Manor Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West and how do I contact it?
Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center - West is at 2000 Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31904. Phone: (706) 324-2251.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.