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Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation
433 North Mcgriff Street, Whigham, GA 39897
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation, in Whigham, Georgia, is certified for 142 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Brighton Healthcare chain.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Georgia median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (9, 21, 4 by cycle, most recent first), 11 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 23.9 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 14.2.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $210K.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Georgia median of 3.4; nursing staff turnover is 63.0%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon and is a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Grady Co. median | Georgia median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 34 | 34 | 15 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 23.9 | 23.9 | 14.2 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.8 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 63.0% | 63.0% | 45.9% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $210,094 | $210,094 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (2 in the county, 356 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Georgia average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 3 Jun 2026, 19 Feb 2025.
Severity mix: J ×11 D ×16 E ×4 F ×3
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2026 |
| 10 Mar 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 7 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Mar 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | J | Complaint investigation | 9 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Mar 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 9 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Mar 2026 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | J | Complaint investigation | 9 Apr 2026 |
| 20 Aug 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 20 Aug 2025 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | J | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 20 Aug 2025 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | J | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 20 Aug 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0773 | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0848 | Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Feb 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 19 Mar 2025 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | J | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | J | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | J | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
| 13 Dec 2023 | F0584 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Jan 2024 |
| 20 Oct 2022 | F0801 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | F | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2022 |
| 20 Oct 2022 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2022 |
| 20 Oct 2022 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug 2024 | Fine | $205,861 | |
| 30 Oct 2023 | Fine | $4,233 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Georgia average. Turnover: nursing staff 63.0%, RNs 66.7%; 2 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Georgia median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 25.1% | 14.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.4% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.1% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.3% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 27.2% | 18.4% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Whigham Opco Llc. Chain: Brighton Healthcare (8 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statesboro Holdco LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| Brighton Management Three LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Grady County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbold Living Cairo | Cairo | 75 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 12.0 | — | 7 Aug 2025 |
All 2 facilities in Grady County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation been cited for?
34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 11 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Georgia median is 15 per facility.
Has Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $210K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day against a Georgia median of 3.4 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation?
It is part of the Brighton Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Statesboro Holdco LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Pinewood Health and Rehabilitation last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 3 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 3 Jun 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.