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RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Georgia (2026)

The top 25 of 355 CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

3561.0 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
2.6/5
-0.4 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$39K$32K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeColumbus, GA

Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
84 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

8329 Stevens LaneColumbus, GA 31909

(706) 330-5650

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeGracewood, GA

Gracewood Nsg Facility(Unit 9)

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • StaffingN/A
  • Quality Measures5.0
56 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

100 Myrtle Blvd., East Central Reg HospGracewood, GA 30812

(706) 790-2012

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeMoultrie, GA

Colquitt Regional Senior Care & Rehabilitation

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

101 Cobblestone Trace SeMoultrie, GA 31768

(229) 985-3637

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeEdison, GA

Calhoun Nursing Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

265 Turner StreetEdison, GA 39846

(229) 835-2251

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeColquitt, GA

Miller Nursing Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
157 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

206 Grace StColquitt, GA 39837

(229) 758-4270

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeLakeland, GA

Sgmc Health Villa

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
62 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

138 West Thigpen AveLakeland, GA 31635

(229) 433-8425

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeQuitman, GA

Hospital Authority Of Brooks County, Georgia, The

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
188 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

1901 West Screven StreetQuitman, GA 31643

(229) 263-6100

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeSandersville, GA

Washington Co Extended Care Facility

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

610 Sparta RoadSandersville, GA 31082

(478) 240-2005

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeDecatur, GA

Georgia Regional Atlanta Ltc

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
66 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

3073 Panthersville Rd, Snf Bldg. #17Decatur, GA 30034

(404) 243-2110

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101 Penalty

Nursing HomeColumbus, GA

Muscogee Manor & Rehabilitation Ctr

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
196 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

7150 Manor RoadColumbus, GA 31907

(706) 561-3218

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeCairo, GA

Archbold Living Cairo

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
75 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

1057 5th Street SeCairo, GA 39828

(229) 377-0274

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeCanton, GA

Canton Center For Nursing And Healing Llc

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
100 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

321 Hospital RoadCanton, GA 30114

(770) 479-8791

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeBainbridge, GA

Memorial Manor Nursing Home

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
107 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

1500 East Shotwell StreetBainbridge, GA 39819

(229) 246-3500

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeOcilla, GA

Palemon Gaskins Mem Nsg Home

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
30 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

710 North Irwin AvenueOcilla, GA 31774

(229) 468-3890

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeColumbus, GA

Orchard View Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Ctr

Government

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
200 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

8414 Whitesville RoadColumbus, GA 31907

(706) 225-1100

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162 Penalties

Nursing HomeCamilla, GA

Archbold Living Camilla

Government

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
156 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

37 South Ellis StreetCamilla, GA 31730

(229) 336-8377

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Georgia

#36of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 36 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+17.4%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy75.3 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover46.0%

    About the same as the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Georgia →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Georgia?

Georgia has 356 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 355 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Georgia?

Nursing homes in Georgia average 2.6 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Georgia is penalized?

Among Georgia nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $39K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Georgia compare with the national average?

Georgia averages 2.6 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $39K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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