nursing home in Austell, GA
Pruitthealth - Austell
1700 Mulkey Rd, Austell, GA 30106 · (770) 941-5750
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Pruitthealth - Austell at a glance
Pruitthealth - Austell is a 124-bed for-profit nursing home in Austell, Georgia (Cobb County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 5, 2025) found 10 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 43% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Pruitthealth
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cobb County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115314
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3.67 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.91 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.93 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.95 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 10 | 5 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 76 | 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 | 124 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 90 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.3% | 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) | 3.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.2% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 19.1% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 11% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.8% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.7% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.1% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 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 January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 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 January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 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 January 19, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0914 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2026 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0579 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0774 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2025 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| March 4, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| March 4, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| March 4, 2024 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 April 18, 2024 |
| March 4, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2024 |
| May 5, 2022 Fire safety | Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRUITT, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2014 |
| PRUITT, NEIL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2014 |
| PRUITTHEALTH INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/19/2007 |
| PRUITT, NEIL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2014 |
| SPIERS, ALGENUS Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pruitthealth - Austell's rating?
Pruitthealth - Austell has 1 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 Pruitthealth - Austell receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pruitthealth - Austell 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 Pruitthealth - Austell?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Pruitthealth. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pruitthealth - Austell and how do I contact it?
Pruitthealth - Austell is at 1700 Mulkey Rd, Austell, GA 30106. Phone: (770) 941-5750.
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.