UNION COUNTY NURSING HOME

Union County Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located at 164 Nursing Home Circle in Blairsville, Georgia (ZIP code 30512). The facility operates with 150 certified beds and is classified under non-profit corporate ownership. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients, making it accessible to a broad range of residents requiring skilled nursing or long-term care services. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Union County Nursing Home holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection component also received a rating of 4 stars, reflecting performance on state and federal inspection reviews. The staffing rating is 3 stars, indicating staffing levels are in line with the national average. The quality measure rating, which reflects clinical outcomes and resident care indicators, also received 3 stars, consistent with national norms. As a facility certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, Union County Nursing Home accepts federal insurance programs commonly used by older adults and individuals with qualifying disabilities. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover longer-term care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria. Individuals and families seeking admission are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (706) 745-4948 to discuss current availability, specific coverage questions, and the admissions process. When compared to national averages, Union County Nursing Home performs above average in its overall CMS rating and in its health inspection rating, both of which exceed the national benchmark of 3.0 stars. The staffing and quality measure ratings are consistent with national averages, neither exceeding nor falling below typical performance levels across comparable facilities in the United States. The facility's non-profit corporate structure may influence operational priorities, though CMS ratings reflect objective, government-collected data rather than ownership type. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for additional detail on inspection findings, staffing hours, and specific quality measures.