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Heritage Oaks

Nursing HomeSaint Simons Island, GACMS 115582
22 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
4 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
125

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
57.4

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
22

*CMS

Inspections on file
6

*CMS

Last inspection
2025-04-02

*CMS

Citations

22 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0293Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0645Generalpotential for harm

    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

  • 0690Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0511Generalpotential for harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  • 0753Generalpotential for harm

    Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

  • 0291Generalpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0311Generalpotential for harm

    Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0345Generalpotential for harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  • 0353Generalpotential for harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0865Generalpotential for harm

    Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

  • 0801Generalpotential for harm

    Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Heritage Oaks?
Heritage Oaks is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Saint Simons Island, GA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 115582.
What is the CMS rating for Heritage Oaks?
Heritage Oaks has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Heritage Oaks have?
Heritage Oaks is certified for 125 beds. It serves an average of 57.4 residents per day.
How many citations does Heritage Oaks have?
Heritage Oaks has 22 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Heritage Oaks last inspected?
Heritage Oaks was last inspected on April 2, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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