River Towne Center
5131 Warm Springs Rd · Columbus, GA · 31909 · 7065611371
210 certified beds For profit - Corporation
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
80% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.09 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 80% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $24,387 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected May 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026
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.
Corrected May 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Administration
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 24, 2025 | Payment Denial | 2 days |
| October 12, 2023 | Fine | $24,387 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115566 · certified since April 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.