Washington County, Georgia · Nursing home
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr
1 of 5 overall from CMS
501 East McCarty St, Sandersville, GA 31082
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 2.7
- Nurse time per resident, per day 2.58 hours Below the state average of 3.56
- Nursing staff who left in a year 45.9% Below the state average of 46.0%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 32 2 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 86.4% of 56 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr is a 56-bed nursing home in Sandersville, Georgia (Washington County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 2.58 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Georgia average of 3.56. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 56
- Residents per day (average)
- 48.4
- Certified since
- 2004 (22 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS counts 6 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Aug 7, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Georgia average is 5.0. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.23 hours per resident per day; the Georgia average is 0.50. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 Georgia average 2.7
- Health inspections 1 of 5 Georgia average 2.9
- Staffing 2 of 5 Georgia average 2.3
- Quality measures 4 of 5 Georgia average 2.9
The vertical line marks the Georgia average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 2.58 h Georgia average 3.56
- Nurse aides 1.57 h Georgia average 2.14
- Licensed practical nurses 0.78 h Georgia average 0.93
- Registered nurses 0.23 h Georgia average 0.50
- All staff, weekends 2.59 h Georgia average 3.10
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the Georgia average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover45.9%
- Georgia average46.0%
- Registered nurse turnoverNot reported
- Georgia average44.5%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Georgia and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Georgia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.0% | 15.3% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 4.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% | 11.3% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.2% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 91.4% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 0.0% | 15.2% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 7.3% | 20.5% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 95.0% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.1% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 3.9% | 15.8% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 28.2% | 19.9% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.15 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.90 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Georgia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | Too few residents or stays to report | 80.3% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.6% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | Too few residents or stays to report | 78.4% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | Too few residents or stays to report | 25.0% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | Too few residents or stays to report | 11.6% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 32 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 2 were at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 1 was cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jan 31, 2023: Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2025 | 6 | 4 |
| Mar 24, 2024 | 9 | 3 |
| Jan 31, 2023 | 17 | 11 |
Georgia homes averaged 5.0 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (32)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 3, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 8, 2024)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2023)
Showing the 30 most recent of 32.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
Georgia homes averaged 0.6 fines and $12,749 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Georgia
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr have?
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr has 56 certified beds. It averages 48.4 residents per day, about 86.4% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?
The home reports 2.58 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.23 hours from registered nurses. The Georgia average is 3.56 hours and 0.50 hours from registered nurses.
Has Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 3 of 5 Washington Co Extended Care Facility 60beds 95.3%in use 4.15nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Heritage Inn of Sandersville Health and Rehab 60beds 94.3%in use 3.71nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Wrightsville Manor Health and Rehab 94beds 78.1%in use 3.31nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Washington County
Who to call in Georgia
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Georgia.
- Long-term care ombudsman Georgia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 1-866-552-4464 (Select option 5 (per the Division of Aging Services page).) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD) Complaint Intake 1-800-878-6442 (Toll free. Complaint Intake Unit: 404-657-5726 or 404-657-5728. Fax: 404-657-8935. Complaints can also be filed online.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Georgia staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 115691. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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