DECATUR CENTER FOR NURSING AND HEALING LLC

Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC is a long-term care facility located at 2722 North Decatur Road in Decatur, Georgia 30033, in De Kalb County. The facility operates as a for-profit limited liability company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 140 certified beds and is currently active. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which matches the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating for Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC is 2 out of 5 stars, falling below the national average. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5 stars, on par with national norms. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, which is the highest possible score and is above the national average. These ratings are reported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and are updated periodically based on inspection data, staffing reports, and clinical quality indicators. Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing LLC is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to residents who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria as determined by the state of Georgia. Individuals and families are advised to verify current coverage terms and availability directly with the facility and the relevant programs. When compared to national averages, the facility presents a mixed profile across CMS rating categories. The overall 3-star rating is consistent with the national average, indicating a mid-range standing among federally assessed nursing facilities. The 2-star health inspection rating is notably below the national average, which may reflect cited deficiencies identified during state survey inspections. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with national norms, suggesting staffing levels consistent with a typical facility. The quality measure rating of 5 stars stands out as the strongest component, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that exceeds most facilities nationwide. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review full CMS inspection reports and additional facility data available through the Medicare Care Compare tool for a comprehensive assessment.