PRUITTHEALTH - LAFAYETTE

PruittHealth - Lafayette is a skilled nursing facility located at 205 Roadrunner Boulevard in Lafayette, Georgia (ZIP 30728), within Walker County. The facility operates 100 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), PruittHealth - Lafayette holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns star ratings across four categories to help consumers compare nursing home performance. The health inspection rating for this facility is 3 stars, placing it at the national average. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, again consistent with the national average. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score in that category, indicating performance above the national average on clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. These ratings reflect data collected during the most recent reporting period and are subject to change as CMS updates its records. PruittHealth - Lafayette is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is administered at the state level and is subject to income and asset eligibility criteria. Individuals and families are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (706) 638-4662 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance plans. When compared to national benchmarks, PruittHealth - Lafayette presents a mixed but generally favorable profile. Its overall 4-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star quality measure rating is a notable indicator, as this category reflects outcomes such as rates of hospitalization, use of antipsychotic medications, and other clinical benchmarks reported to CMS. The health inspection and staffing ratings, each at 3 stars, align with national norms but do not distinguish the facility above or below average in those specific areas. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for detailed inspection reports and staffing hour data to form a comprehensive understanding of the facility's performance.