nursing home in Decatur, GA
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC
2722 North Decatur Road, Decatur, GA 30033 · (404) 296-5440
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC at a glance
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC is a 140-bed for-profit nursing home in Decatur, Georgia (De Kalb County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 1, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 140
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Empire Care Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- De Kalb County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115246
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.27 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.59 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.81 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.96 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 4 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 49 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 140 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 118 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.2% | 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) | 1% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.8% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.6% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.6% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.5% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 2% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.7% | 15.8% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.4% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.8% | 80.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| December 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
| March 24, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2023 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PMGA2 HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/04/2023 |
| BHATIA, VAANI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| BURNEY, LINDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2025 |
| COLEMAN, SHMEKA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/09/2024 |
| DONATH, BARRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| ELLIS, RENEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| EMPIRE CARE CENTERS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2026 |
| ENDSLEY, LKESHIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2023 |
| ENSH CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2026 |
| HARDY, LEANTHONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| HELLER, SHLOMO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| LEWIS, JACKIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| MCMICHAEL, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2023 |
| NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| PMGA2 HOLDCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2026 |
| PRESCOTT, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2026 |
| SMITH, BECKEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| SONE-EBELOUE, GLADYS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| SWERDLOFF, ARYEH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| TOLBERT, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2023 |
| DONATH, BARRY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| SWERDLOFF, ARYEH Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| DONATH, BARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| HELLER, SHLOMO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| BHATIA, VAANI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| BURNEY, LINDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| COLEMAN, SHMEKA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/09/2024 |
| DONATH, BARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| ELLIS, RENEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| EMPIRE CARE CENTERS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| ENDSLEY, LKESHIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2023 |
| HARDY, LEANTHONY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| HELLER, SHLOMO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| LEWIS, JACKIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| MCMICHAEL, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2023 |
| NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| PRESCOTT, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2026 |
| SMITH, BECKEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
| SONE-EBELOUE, GLADYS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/04/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC's rating?
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC has 3 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 Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC 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 Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Empire Care Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC and how do I contact it?
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC is at 2722 North Decatur Road, Decatur, GA 30033. Phone: (404) 296-5440.
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.