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LIFE CARE CENTER OF GWINNETT

3850 SAFEHAVEN DRIVE, LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
Score: 87 / 100

Among nursing homes in Georgia, Life Care Center Of Gwinnett stands out with an A grade and a score of 87 out of 100. It ranks in the 95th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of Gwinnett is near the national average, with 3.46 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 8 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Gwinnett. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.46 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.56 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.00 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.90 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.06 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.50 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

8
Total Deficiencies
Apr 9, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 8 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0656 Severity E
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0700 Severity E
    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
    Apr 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0655 Severity E
    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    Apr 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Sep 13, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity D
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Sep 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.3% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 0.4% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 18.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.9% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 9.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
163
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3