Quick answers
- Where is New Horizons Limestone?
- 2020 Beverly Road NE, Gainesville, GA 30501, in Hall County, Georgia.
- What is the phone number of New Horizons Limestone?
- (770) 219-8600, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of New Horizons Limestone?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has New Horizons Limestone been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for New Horizons Limestone.
- What did inspectors find at New Horizons Limestone?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 1, 2022 to March 12, 2026), Medicare lists 11 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 1, 2022 to March 12, 2026), New Horizons Limestone had 11 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.99 hours per resident per day; the Georgia average is 3.61 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: March 12, 2026 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 12, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0695 Level E
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Previous cycle: February 13, 2025 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 13, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 13, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0625 Level D
“Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Earlier cycle: September 1, 2022 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 1, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0688 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (13)
K0341 Level F
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0200 Level E
“Meet other general requirements.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0372 Level D
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Georgia | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.63 | 0.50 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.01 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.35 | 2.17 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.99 | 3.61 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.41 | 3.12 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.42 | 0.35 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 23.9% | 46.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 29.6% | 46.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc. | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | February 4, 2008 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 142 |
| Average residents per day | 189.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1989-09-01 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2020 Beverly Road NE, Gainesville, GA 30501 |
| County | Hall County |
| State | Georgia |
| Phone | (770) 219‑8600 |
| CMS Certification Number | 115487 |
| Name in Medicare records | NEW HORIZONS LIMESTONE |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- PruittHealth - Limestone0.6 mi · Gainesville, GA · 4 of 5 stars
- The Bell Minor Home0.9 mi · Gainesville, GA · 1 of 5 stars
- Willowbrooke Court at Lanier Village Estates5.6 mi · Gainesville, GA · 5 of 5 stars
- The Crossroads of Flowery Branch of Journey LLC11 mi · Flowery Branch, GA · 1 of 5 stars
- Gateway Health and Rehab16 mi · Cleveland, GA · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc1.6 mi · Gainesville, GA · Acute Care Hospital
- Northeast Georgia Medical Center Lumpkin17 mi · Dahlonega, GA · Acute Care Hospital
- Northside Hospital Forsyth19 mi · Cumming, GA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13