Nursing Care Index

Nurse Care Of Buckhead

Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia · CCN 115129 · For-profit (LLC) · part of Wellington Health Care Services (14 facilities, chain average 1.9 stars)

CMS rates Nurse Care Of Buckhead 1 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 220 certified beds, 209 residents a day on average. 80 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 3 at immediate jeopardy; 5 fines totalling $282,268 and 1 payment denial.

On record

CMS’s ratings

The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.

Overall★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Health inspections★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Staffing★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Quality measures★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Quality: long-stay / short-stay3 / 1 of 5

Staffing

Total nurse staffing3.57083 hours per resident per day
Registered nurses0.23271 hours per resident per day
Weekend total3.11755 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover67.8% (registered nurses 90%)
Administrators who left4

Citations from health inspections

Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.

SurveyFindingSeverityStatus
2025-12-11
complaint survey
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0838
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-12-11
complaint survey
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0558
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-12-11
complaint survey
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-12-11
complaint survey
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-12-11
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-12-11
complaint survey
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0760
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-02-11
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 to resident health or safety; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0698
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0835
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-06
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0644
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0867
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0881
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0804
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0814
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0554
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0692
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0697
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0759
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-06-09
complaint survey
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0568
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-05
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0579
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0940
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0729
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2025-03-04
complaint survey
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-04-18
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0908
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0924
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0925
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0567
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0692
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0837
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · tag F0867
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-11-01
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0602
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0603
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-16
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0658
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0693
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0698
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0712
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0727
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2024-08-01
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-09-15
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0698
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0925
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0791
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2023-09-07
complaint survey
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0919
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-22
2021-12-30 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 No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2022-02-08
2021-12-30 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0814
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2022-02-08
2021-12-30 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0645
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2022-02-08

Fines and payment denials

DatePenaltyAmount
2025-06-09Fine$267,426
2024-08-01Payment denial for 43 days from 2024-09-19
2024-08-01Fine$5,346
2024-02-20Fine$2,659
2024-02-12Fine$2,279
2024-01-22Fine$4,558

Who owns and runs it

Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.

NameRoleShareSince
Wellington Healthcare Services Lp
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%2007-07-31
Andwell Investments, LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2012-01-10
Elkins Road Associates LLC
Organization
general partnership interest2007-07-31
Wellington Healthcare Services Lp
Organization
limited partnership interest2007-07-31
Andrews, James
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2012-01-10
Andrews, James
Individual
corporate director2007-07-31
Andrews, James
Individual
corporate officer2007-07-31
Kelman, Moshe
Individual
corporate officer2023-07-01
Andrews, James
Individual
operational/managerial control2007-07-31
Bailey, Teresa
Individual
w-2 managing employee2023-07-01

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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Fulton County.