Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Columbus, Georgia
3 of 7 nursing homes in Columbus (43%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,106
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$77,138 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Columbus, Georgia, is adequate, with 7 total facilities and only 3 recommended, representing 43%. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility, Spring Harbor at Green Island, boasts a B+ rating, 3 facilities have incurred fines totaling $77,138.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 SPRING HARBOR AT GREEN ISLAND (85) — Spring Harbor at Green Island boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing compassionate support in a cozy 40-bed setting.
- 2 ORCHARD VIEW REHABILITATION & SKILLED NURSING CTR (80) — Orchard View Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is a reputable government-run facility with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With a capacity of 200 beds, it offers comprehensive rehabilitation services while maintaining a community-oriented approach with zero fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 RIDGECREST REHAB & SKILLED NURSING CENTER (70) — Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center offers a supportive environment with a CMS 3★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. As a government facility, it prioritizes local community needs, providing essential care in a 84-bed setting without any federal fines.
The other 4 Columbus facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $77K.
Recommended
Spring Harbor at Green Island boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing compassionate support in a cozy 40-bed setting.
B+
80
Trust Score
Orchard View Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is a reputable government-run facility with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With a capacity of 200 beds, it offers comprehensive rehabilitation services while maintaining a community-oriented approach with zero fines.
Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center offers a supportive environment with a CMS 3★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. As a government facility, it prioritizes local community needs, providing essential care in a 84-bed setting without any federal fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Columbus Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $77,138
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Columbus Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Columbus's city average is 2.9 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 7 Columbus facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Columbus avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Columbus facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Columbus, GA are recommended?
3 of 7 nursing homes in Columbus (43%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Columbus "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Columbus?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.