nursing home in Powder Springs, GA
Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing
3460 Powder Springs Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127 · (770) 439-9199
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing at a glance
Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing is a 208-bed for-profit nursing home in Powder Springs, Georgia (Cobb 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 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 9, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $16,802.
Nursing staff turnover is 22.9% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 208
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Empire Care Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- February 25, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cobb County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115538
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.44 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.90 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.77 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.9% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.8% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 3 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 52 | 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) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,802 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 208 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 194 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.4% | 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) | 2.4% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.4% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.8% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.3% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.8% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7% | 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) | 13.2% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.9% | 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) | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.7% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.9% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2026 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 4, 2026 |
| January 9, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Complaint | Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0848 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| June 27, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 11, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2022 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2022 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 Complaint · Infection control | 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 May 20, 2024 |
| April 22, 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 June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2022 |
| April 22, 2022 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 June 6, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,802 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 15, 2024 | Payment Denial | 2 days from May 18, 2024 |
| April 15, 2024 | Fine | $7,701 |
| April 15, 2024 | Fine | $5,636 |
| April 15, 2024 | Fine | $3,465 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWDER SPRINGS OPERATING LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/10/2020 |
| HELLER, SHLOMO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2020 |
| HELLER, SHLOMO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2020 |
| NUSSBAUM, EPHRAIM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2020 |
| SHULER, VALERIA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing's rating?
Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing 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 Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing 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 Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing?
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 Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing and how do I contact it?
Powder Springs Center for Nursing & Healing is at 3460 Powder Springs Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127. Phone: (770) 439-9199.
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.