PRUITTHEALTH - WASHINGTON

PruittHealth - Washington is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located at 112 Hospital Drive in Washington, Georgia, within Wilkes County. The facility operates 47 certified beds and is owned by a for-profit corporation. It is currently active and accepting residents under both Medicare and Medicaid programs. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. PruittHealth - Washington received a 4-star rating in health inspections, which is above the national average and reflects the results of state survey inspections conducted on-site. The staffing rating is 1 star, which is below the national average and reflects the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants, relative to the facility's resident census. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, which is below the national average and is derived from clinical data reported for residents across categories such as mobility, pain management, and hospital readmissions. PruittHealth - Washington is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and duration limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility requirements under Georgia state guidelines. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage options and any applicable costs. When viewed against national benchmarks, PruittHealth - Washington presents a mixed profile. Its health inspection rating of 4 stars is a notable strength relative to the national average. However, its staffing rating of 1 star and quality measure rating of 2 stars fall below national norms, which may be relevant considerations when evaluating overall care capacity. The combined ratings produce an overall score that matches the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS updates these ratings periodically, and the data reflects the most recent available reporting cycle. Those researching this facility are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare profile for additional detail on inspection findings, staffing hours, and individual quality measures.