HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF BROOKS COUNTY, GEORGIA, THE

The Hospital Authority of Brooks County, Georgia, The is a government-operated nursing facility located at 1901 West Screven Street in Quitman, Georgia (ZIP: 31643). The facility operates under a hospital district ownership structure and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 188 certified beds and serves residents in Brooks County and the surrounding region. The facility holds a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are calculated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest performance. The component ratings provide additional detail across three areas. The health inspection rating is 3 stars, which aligns with the national average. The staffing rating is 4 stars, placing the facility above the national average in that category. The quality measure rating is 1 star, indicating performance below the national average on clinical outcome indicators. These three components collectively contribute to the 2-star overall rating. The Hospital Authority of Brooks County, Georgia, The accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who qualify for federal or joint federal-state insurance programs. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly at (229) 363-6100 to obtain current information regarding private pay options, available bed capacity, and admission requirements. Coverage details and eligibility criteria vary depending on individual circumstances and the type of care required. When considered in the context of national benchmarks, this facility presents a mixed performance profile. Its staffing rating of 4 stars exceeds the national average, which may reflect adequate nurse and aide staffing levels relative to resident census. However, the quality measure rating of 1 star indicates that clinical outcomes tracked by CMS, such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, or pressure ulcers, fall below what is observed at the average facility nationally. The health inspection rating of 3 stars suggests inspection performance that is roughly in line with the national norm. The overall 2-star rating places this facility in the below-average range when compared to the national standard of 3.0 stars. Those reviewing this facility are encouraged to consult the full CMS Care Compare profile for detailed inspection reports and staffing data.