NHC HEALTHCARE FT OGLETHORPE

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 2403 Battlefield Pkwy in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia (ZIP 30742), within Catoosa County. The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid and operates with 135 certified beds. It can be reached by phone at (706) 866-7700. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe earned a 4-star rating in health inspections, a 3-star rating in staffing, and a 5-star rating in quality measures. The health inspection rating reflects findings from state surveys conducted over a defined review period. The staffing rating is based on reported nurse staffing hours per resident per day, adjusted for resident acuity. The quality measure rating is derived from clinical data submitted to CMS covering outcomes such as hospitalization rates, functional status, and other resident health indicators. NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid payment. Medicare coverage for skilled nursing facility care is generally available to eligible beneficiaries following a qualifying hospital stay and covers short-term skilled care. Medicaid eligibility and coverage for long-term care vary by individual circumstances and are subject to state guidelines. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to verify current payment acceptance and insurance participation directly with the facility, as coverage and availability can change. When compared against national benchmarks, NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe performs above average in overall CMS rating, with a 5-star overall score compared to the national average of 3.0 stars. The quality measure component, also rated at 5 stars, represents its strongest performance area. The health inspection component at 4 stars is above the national average, while the staffing component at 3 stars is in line with the national average. These ratings represent CMS data captured at a specific point in time and may not reflect the facility's most current conditions. Individuals researching this facility should consult the most recent CMS Care Compare data and consider conducting an in-person visit to gather additional context.