CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.
Chatuge Regional Nursing Home is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Hiawassee, Georgia with 112 certified beds. It has been operating since 2005. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
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.
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Feb 25, 2019 |
| DAVENPORT, RICK | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
| GARY, THOMAS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
| OWENBY, GREG | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
| PARIS, DINAH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 18, 2010 |
| ROWE, STEVEN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Aug 1, 2015 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2016 |
| KEPHART, MICHAEL | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 11, 2016 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2016 |
| UNION COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Nov 1, 1999 |
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 25, 2019 |
| KEPHART, MICHAEL | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 11, 2016 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2016 |
| UNION COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Mar 3, 2025 |
| BIERSCHENK, KEVIN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 25, 2019 |
| KEPHART, MICHAEL | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 11, 2016 |
| STAHLKUPPE, ROBERT | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 21, 2025 |
| TOWNSEND, NICHOLAS | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2016 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Chatuge Regional Nursing Home and nearby alternatives.
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