The Vardell Report.River Towne Center

Across 4 inspections from October 2023 to April 2026, state surveyors documented 24 findings at River Towne Center; 24 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections

4

2023–2026, standard and complaint

Findings

24

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

24

Of 24 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

1

1 closed

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

1. Apr 12026

   Standard health inspection

   4 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 27, 2026
   • F584Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 27, 2026
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 28, 2026
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 28, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

2. Apr 242025

   Standard health inspection

   7 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 23, 2025

   Enforcement Action

   Denial of payment imposed April 24, 2025. Status: Closed, July 11, 2025. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of April 24, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

3. Feb 142024

   Complaint investigation

   3 findings

   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 5, 2024
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 5, 2024
   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 5, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

4. Oct 122023

   Standard health inspection

   10 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023
   • F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 20, 2023

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F684 in October 2023, February 2024 and April 2026. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   23242526F684 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F656 in February 2024 and April 2025. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   23242526F656 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Help With Daily Living, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F677 in October 2023 and April 2025. This citation covers help with bathing, dressing, eating and toileting for residents who cannot manage alone. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   23242526F677 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Pharmacy Services, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F755 in October 2023 and April 2026. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   23242526F755 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F880 in October 2023 and April 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   23242526F880 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?

   Quality of Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

2. 02

   How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

   Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

3. 03

   How long do residents usually wait for help with bathing, dressing or the bathroom, and how is that tracked?

   Help With Daily Living: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

4. 04

   How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?

   Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

5. 05

   Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

   Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.

6. 06

   How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

   No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

7. 07

   What led to the 2025 denial of payment, and what would you want a family to know about it?

   Denial of payment was imposed April 24, 2025; it ended July 11, 2025.

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division

  Inspection Oct 12, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division

  Inspection Feb 14, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division

  Inspection Apr 24, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division

  Inspection Apr 1, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

• Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

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• Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 115566

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

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Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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