RIVERSIDE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation is a long-term care facility located at 101 Old Talbotton Road in Thomaston, Georgia (ZIP code 30286), in Upson County. The facility operates 73 certified beds and is classified under non-profit ownership, categorized as Non Profit - Other. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Riverside Health and Rehabilitation received a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance in line with the national average in that domain. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, reflecting a similar standing relative to national norms in terms of nurse and staff hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating that the facility performs above average across the clinical quality metrics tracked by CMS. These metrics include measures related to resident health outcomes, such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and management of chronic conditions. Riverside Health and Rehabilitation is certified to receive payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may provide coverage for longer-term residential care for individuals who meet financial eligibility requirements. Individuals and families seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (706) 647-8161 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and specific insurance acceptance policies. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Riverside Health and Rehabilitation presents a mixed but generally above-average profile. Its overall 4-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in large part by its top-rated quality measure score. The health inspection and staffing components each sit at the national average of 3 stars. With 73 certified beds, it is a relatively small facility compared to many skilled nursing centers across the country. Its non-profit ownership structure distinguishes it from the majority of nursing facilities in the United States, which are operated on a for-profit basis. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review CMS Care Compare data alongside facility visits and consultations to form a complete picture of care options.