Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
HARTWELL HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
HARTWELL, GA · 92 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey February 8, 2026
CMS Certification Number 115435 · first certified October 1989
Ownership
Operated by ETHICA HEALTH · Non profit - Other
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within GA
3 citations — more than 11% of the 356 certified nursing homes in GA. Compared within GA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 1 citation; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 1. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens April 2027 — about 6 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was February 2026. Facilities in GA are typically surveyed 14–20 months after the last one (median 16), measured over 532 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
5 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 3 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 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.
- F-0921 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in GA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the GA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 3 |
| Median facility in GA | 8 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| July 24, 2022 | 1 |
| October 24, 2024 | 1 |
| February 8, 2026 | 1 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | 1 | 2024-10-24 |
| K-0232 | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | 1 | 2022-07-24 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2026-02-08 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 1
- Egress Deficiencies 1
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 1 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 1 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
February 8, 2026 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 9, 2026) |
October 24, 2024 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (December 8, 2024) |
July 24, 2022 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0232 | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 15, 2022) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.