Ross Memorial Health Care Ctr
1780 Old Highway 41 · Kennesaw, GA · 30152 · 7704277256
100 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Michael Feist
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.82 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 1, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected September 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
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 April 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2022
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2022
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2022
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2022
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2022
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2022
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.
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2022
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Corrected August 16, 2022 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115515 · certified since October 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.