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Nurse Care of Buckhead, Atlanta, GA: 1 star rating, fined $282,268 across 5 fines and had 1 payment denial

Nurse Care of Buckhead in Atlanta, GA is owned by Wellington Healthcare Services LP, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $282,268 across 5 fines and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 64 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on December 11, 2025, and 4 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
2920 Pharr Court South NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
1 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
220
Residents per day
202 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Pharr Court Associates LP
Chain
Wellington Health Care Services, 14 facilities
Special focus
Special focus candidate
Fines
$282,268 across 5 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
64, of which 4 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
December 11, 2025
CMS Certification Number
115129
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
June 9, 2025Fine$267,426Not listeddata.cms.gov
August 1, 2024Fine$5,346Not listeddata.cms.gov
August 1, 2024Payment denialNot listedSeptember 19, 202443data.cms.gov
February 20, 2024Fine$2,659Not listeddata.cms.gov
February 12, 2024Fine$2,279Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 22, 2024Fine$4,558Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
December 11, 2025F838Conduct 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2025F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
December 11, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 11, 2026data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedAugust 6, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F887Educate 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F578Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
June 9, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 5, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F732Post nurse staffing information every day.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F729Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
March 4, 2025F579Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 18, 2025data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F924Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F887Educate 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 1, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F837Establish 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F727Have 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F693Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 16, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F585Honor 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov
August 1, 2024F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 15, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 6 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 2 managers, 3 officers, directors or trustees). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Wellington Healthcare Services LPDirect owner100%July 31, 2007data.cms.gov
Andwell Investments, LLCIndirect ownerNot listedJanuary 10, 2012data.cms.gov
Elkins Road Associates LLCGeneral partnerNot listedJuly 31, 2007data.cms.gov
Wellington Healthcare Services LPLimited partnerNot listedJuly 31, 2007data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.