Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Covington, Georgia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Covington (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
230
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$13,000 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Covington, Georgia is limited, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should note that while PRUITTHEALTH - COVINGTON has decent ratings, there is one facility to avoid due to $13,000 in fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 PRUITTHEALTH - COVINGTON (70) — PruittHealth - Covington boasts a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a commendable B grade. With a CMS rating of 3 stars and no fines, this for-profit facility provides reliable care in a manageable 71-bed setting, ensuring a focus on patient satisfaction and safety.
The other 1 Covington facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $13K.
Recommended
PruittHealth - Covington boasts a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a commendable B grade. With a CMS rating of 3 stars and no fines, this for-profit facility provides reliable care in a manageable 71-bed setting, ensuring a focus on patient satisfaction and safety.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Covington Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $13,000
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Covington Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Covington's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Covington facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Covington avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Covington facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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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 Covington, GA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Covington (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Covington "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 Covington?
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.