nursing home in Gainesville, GA
New Horizons Limestone
2020 Beverly Road NE, Gainesville, GA 30501 · (770) 219-8600
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
New Horizons Limestone at a glance
New Horizons Limestone is a 142-bed non-profit nursing home in Gainesville, Georgia (Hall County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 4.1 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 (March 12, 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 22.2% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 142
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hall County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115487
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.07 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.2% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.6% | 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) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 23 | 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 | 142 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 185 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.6% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.9% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 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) | 12.5% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.6% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 98.2% | 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) | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83% | 80.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | 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 29, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 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 March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 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 March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 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 March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2025 |
| September 1, 2022 Standard | 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 October 16, 2022 |
| September 1, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLAIR, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| BLANKENSHIP, LUA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| BOWEN, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| BURRELL, CAROL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| DENT, LARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HEARTH, KAYE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HERDENER, ANTHONY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| HORTENSTINE, JAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| KEENER, JACK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| LEWIS, RONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| MACK, DEBORAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| SCULLY, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| SMITH, RODNEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| SMOOT, JANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| TERRY, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| WALLACE, JACQUELYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| WAYNE, ALEXANDER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| STEINES, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/05/2017 |
| NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| BURRELL, CAROL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| HERDENER, ANTHONY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| NICHOLSON, LINDA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2008 |
| STEINES, BRIAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/05/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is New Horizons Limestone's rating?
New Horizons Limestone has 4 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 New Horizons Limestone 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 New Horizons Limestone 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 New Horizons Limestone?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is New Horizons Limestone and how do I contact it?
New Horizons Limestone is at 2020 Beverly Road NE, Gainesville, GA 30501. Phone: (770) 219-8600.
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.