nursing home in Hazlehurst, GA
Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center
180 Burkett Ferry Road, Hazlehurst, GA 31539 · (912) 375-3677
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 73-bed for-profit nursing home in Hazlehurst, Georgia (Jeff Davis 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 2.8 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 (March 29, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 73
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Beacon Health Management
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Jeff Davis County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115626
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2.77 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.36 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.56 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.61 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45% | 46% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 9 | 5 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 189.3 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
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 | 73 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 53 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.2% | 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) | 1.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.5% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.1% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.8% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 21.8% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.5% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 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) | 2.7% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73.3% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 29, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 29, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Standard | 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 26, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 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 May 26, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 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 May 26, 2026 |
| March 29, 2026 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2026 |
| March 29, 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 May 26, 2026 |
| September 26, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 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 15, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Complaint | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 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 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 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 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 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 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 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 March 19, 2025 |
| February 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 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 October 25, 2023 |
| September 10, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PWW HEALTHCARE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/01/2017 |
| BEACON HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| WERTHEIM, BRUCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| EPPERSON, VICTOR Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Beacon Health Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Hazelhurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center is at 180 Burkett Ferry Road, Hazlehurst, GA 31539. Phone: (912) 375-3677.
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.