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Thunderbolt Care Center Llc is a 1-star rated nursing home in Savannah, GA with 134 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 0/5, quality measures 2/5.

The facility has 50 health violations on record. Federal fines total $64,759 across 23 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: April 18, 2023.

Designated as a CMS Special Focus Facility — indicating a pattern of serious quality issues under heightened federal oversight.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Georgia public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 23 penalties totaling $64,759

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,225

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$3,931

Fine

$3,603

Fine

$3,275

Fine

$2,948

Fine

$2,620

Fine

$2,293

Fine

$1,950

Fine

$1,638

Fine

$1,310

Fine

$983

Fine

$26,070

Fine

$5,000

Fine

$0

Payment Denial

$655

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2023 9 violations

Tag 0580 D Apr 18, 2023

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0583 D Apr 18, 2023

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0584 D Apr 18, 2023

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: May 18, 2023
Tag 0609 D Apr 18, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0676 G Apr 18, 2023

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0693 D Apr 18, 2023

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0695 D Apr 18, 2023

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0804 E Apr 18, 2023

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023
Tag 0880 E Apr 18, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2023

2022 3 violations

Tag 0656 D May 12, 2022

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2022
Tag 0686 D May 12, 2022

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2022
Tag 0812 E May 12, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Jun 6, 2022

2021 23 violations

Tag 0882 F Oct 6, 2021

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0883 E Oct 6, 2021

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0885 D Oct 6, 2021

Report COVID19 data to residents and families.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0886 F Oct 6, 2021

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0887 D Oct 6, 2021

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: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0550 E Jun 11, 2021

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Tag 0565 E Jun 11, 2021

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Tag 0570 E Jun 11, 2021

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

Tag 0572 E Jun 11, 2021

Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.

Tag 0584 E Jun 11, 2021

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.

Tag 0609 D Jun 11, 2021

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Tag 0610 D Jun 11, 2021

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Tag 0641 D Jun 11, 2021

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Tag 0677 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Tag 0690 D Jun 11, 2021

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

Tag 0692 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Tag 0695 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Tag 0730 E Jun 11, 2021

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Tag 0867 E Jun 11, 2021

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Tag 0868 D Jun 11, 2021

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2020 2 violations

Tag 0885 B Oct 19, 2020

Report COVID19 data to residents and families.

Tag 0600 D Jan 6, 2020

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Feb 20, 2020

2018 11 violations

Tag 0558 E Aug 24, 2018

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0584 D Aug 24, 2018

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: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0585 E Aug 24, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0656 D Aug 24, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0677 D Aug 24, 2018

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0684 D Aug 24, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0686 E Aug 24, 2018

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0695 D Aug 24, 2018

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0697 D Aug 24, 2018

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0758 D Aug 24, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018
Tag 0880 D Aug 24, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 8, 2018

2017 2 violations

Tag 0332 D Sep 28, 2017

Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.

✓ Corrected: Nov 1, 2017
Tag 0441 E Sep 28, 2017

Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.

✓ Corrected: Nov 1, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Thunderbolt Care Center Llc

What violations has Thunderbolt Care Center Llc received?
Thunderbolt Care Center Llc has 50 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Thunderbolt Care Center Llc?
Thunderbolt Care Center Llc has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Thunderbolt Care Center Llc last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Thunderbolt Care Center Llc safe?
Safety at Thunderbolt Care Center Llc should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Thunderbolt Care Center Llc?
Phone: (912) 691-2512. Address: 3223 Falligant Avenue, Savannah, GA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Thunderbolt Care Center Llc offer?
Thunderbolt Care Center Llc is a skilled nursing facility with 134 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Savannah, GA?
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: April 18, 2023 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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