PruittHealth - Augusta

PruittHealth - Augusta is a for-profit skilled nursing facility located at 2541 Milledgeville Road in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP 30904), within Richmond County. The facility operates as a limited liability company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 100 certified beds and is currently active. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three primary components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. PruittHealth - Augusta received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, also below the national average, indicating a higher frequency or severity of cited deficiencies during state inspection surveys compared to the national norm. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, the lowest possible rating, reflecting staffing levels that are significantly below national averages when adjusted for patient census and acuity. In contrast, the quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible rating, indicating that clinical quality outcomes reported for residents at this facility perform at or above the highest benchmarks nationally. Quality measures include indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, pressure ulcers, falls, and other resident health metrics. PruittHealth - Augusta accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. This dual certification makes the facility accessible to a broad range of residents, including those covered under federal Medicare benefits, which typically apply to short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation stays, as well as those relying on Medicaid for long-term custodial care. Individuals and families researching payment options should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor for current availability and admission criteria. When considered in the context of national averages, PruittHealth - Augusta presents a mixed profile. The 5-star quality measure rating represents a notable strength, placing the facility among the highest-performing in the country on resident health outcome indicators. However, the overall 2-star rating reflects significant challenges in the areas of health inspections and staffing, both of which fall below the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing rating of 1 star is a particular area of concern relative to peers nationwide. Prospective residents and their families may find it useful to review the detailed CMS inspection reports and staffing data available through the Medicare Care Compare tool to gain a full picture of the facility's performance history across all measured domains.