RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Athens, GA (2026)

Compare all 5 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Athens, GA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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5Nursing Homes in Athens
2.6/5
Same as state avgState avg: 2.60Athens Avg Rating
$17K$22K vs state avgState avg: $39KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeAthens, GA

Pruitthealth - Grandview

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Georgia avg of 2.6

165 Winston DriveAthens, GA 30607

(706) 549-6013

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeAthens, GA

University Nursing & Rehab Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
122 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Georgia avg of 2.6

180 Epps Bridge RoadAthens, GA 30606

(706) 549-5382

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Care landscape in Athens

How Athens compares with the rest of Georgia on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.5%

    About 17% lower than the state average of 17.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover52.0%

    About 13% higher than the state average of 46.0%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability15.1%

    A little lower than the state average of 16.0%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Athens, GA?

This page evaluates 5 eligible nursing homes in Athens, GA and shows the top 5.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the 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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