GOODWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER
16 JONES HILL ROAD, GOODWATER, AL, 35072 · 2568396711
Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-06-07
5.0
★★★★★
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
5.0
Staffing
5.0
Quality Measures
2.0
72
Licensed Beds
5.0
Staffing Rating
Goodwater Healthcare Center is a long-term care facility located at 16 Jones Hill Road in Goodwater, Alabama (ZIP: 35072), within Coosa County. The facility operates 72 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest rating. Goodwater Healthcare Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 5 stars, and the staffing rating is also 5 stars, both reflecting performance at the top of the CMS scale. The quality measure rating, which is based on clinical data related to resident outcomes and care processes, is 2 stars, falling below the national average. This combination of ratings indicates variability across the specific domains CMS evaluates.
Goodwater Healthcare Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of patients who qualify under these federal programs. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (256) 839-6711 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance arrangements.
When assessed against national benchmarks, this facility presents a mixed profile. The overall 5-star rating is notably higher than the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection and staffing components both contribute positively to this standing, each earning the maximum 5-star rating. However, the quality measure component, rated at 2 stars, is below average when compared to the national standard. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review each rating category independently, as the composite score reflects a weighted combination of these distinct performance areas. CMS updates these ratings periodically based on new inspection cycles, staffing reports, and updated clinical data, so consulting current CMS sources is recommended for the most up-to-date information.
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About CMS Star Ratings
CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.
A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.
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