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New Horizons Habersham
105 Habersham Terrace Gardens, Demorest, GA 30535 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 115099
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★★☆ 4 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 17 in the last 3 inspection cycles (0 immediate jeopardy, 0 actual harm, 0 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 5
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 0 fines, total $0
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- May 21, 2026
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare page for this facility
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
CMS star ratings
CMS rates every Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. Health inspection stars are relative to other homes in the same state: the top 10% get 5 stars and the bottom 20% get 1 star. CMS says to use the ratings together with other information, including a visit. Technical Users’ Guide
| Rating | This facility | Georgia average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.3 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.9 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
Averages: CMS State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Health inspections
| Inspection cycle | Standard survey date | Health citations | From standard survey | From complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (most recent) | May 21, 2026 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Cycle 2 | December 12, 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 18 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
17 health citations across 3 inspection dates, newest first. The letter is CMS’s scope/severity code: A–C means potential for minimal harm, D–F potential for more than minimal harm, G–I actual harm, and J–L immediate jeopardy.
May 21, 2026: 4 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/05/2026 |
| D | F-0761 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/05/2026 |
| D | F-0688 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/05/2026 |
| D | F-0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/05/2026 |
December 12, 2024: 5 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| E | F-0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| D | F-0656 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| D | F-0578 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
August 28, 2022: 8 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| F | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| D | F-0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| D | F-0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| D | F-0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| E | F-0656 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
| E | F-0584 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
5 fire safety citations across 2 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2024 | D | K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| 12/12/2024 | E | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| 12/12/2024 | D | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| 12/12/2024 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/24/2025 |
| 08/28/2022 | E | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/12/2022 |
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas: Yes. CMS does not count fire safety citations in the health inspection star rating.
Source: CMS Fire Safety Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Penalties
No fines or payment denials published for this facility in the CMS Penalties file (last 3 years).
Source: CMS Penalties: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.24 | 3.56 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 1.02 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.82 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.85 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.25 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 32.7 | 46 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 37.5 | Not published | Not published |
| Administrators who have left | 0 | Not published | Not published |
Reported hours come from the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) staffing data that facilities submit to CMS each quarter.
Source: CMS Provider Information; State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Facility details
- Legal business name
- Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham LLC
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Not published
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 84
- Average residents per day
- 62.5
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- Yes
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Resident
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- March 6, 1969
- County/parish
- Habersham
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
18 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAILES, ESTHER | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| AGGARWAL, DEEPAK | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BARNES, GLENNIS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| COYLE, MARY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| DAVE, MOHAK | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GREEN, CYNTHIA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HAWKINS, BENJAMIN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KEENER, JACK | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MOSS, PHILLIPPA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OURS, GREG | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PRICE, WILLIAM | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PURYEAR, BRAD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WALLACE, JACQUELYN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WAYNE, ALEXANDER | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WHITEHEAD, RICHARD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WILHEIT, PHILIP | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BURRELL, CAROL | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| STEINES, BRIAN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
Source: CMS Ownership: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: New Horizons Habersham. Full inspection reports, quality measures and staffing.
- HFR online complaint form. The state agency also takes nursing home complaints.
- Ask the facility to show you its most recent inspection report and plan of correction.
Page built from CMS data files processed September 1, 2026 (CMS refreshes monthly). Last checked October 26, 2026. Not a ranking or endorsement.