Nursing Homes in Athens, GA

4 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Athens, Georgia, with an average CMS overall rating of 2.8 out of 5 among rated providers. Compare profiles below.

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Nursing Homes profiles in Athens

Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation OAKS - ATHENS SKILLED NURSING, THE Athens, GA 30607 CMS rating 1.0 / 5148 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Individual PRUITTHEALTH - ATHENS HERITAGE Athens, GA 30606 CMS rating 4.0 / 5104 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation PRUITTHEALTH - GRANDVIEW Athens, GA 30607 CMS rating 5.0 / 572 beds Nursing Home · For profit - Corporation UNIVERSITY NURSING & REHAB CTR Athens, GA 30606 CMS rating 1.0 / 5122 beds

Nursing Homes by ZIP code in Athens

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About nursing homes in Athens

Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) serve people who need continuous nursing care, rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or long-term residential care. CMS inspects them roughly annually and publishes Five-Star ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Ratings are a starting point, not a verdict. Review the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures behind each score, then confirm the services you need are actually offered.

Families in Athens, GA should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Athens?
Athens, GA has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current CMS snapshot, with an average overall rating of 2.8 out of 5 among rated providers.
How do I compare nursing homes in Athens?
When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed. Open any profile above for the full CMS rating breakdown, inspection findings, fines, staffing, and ownership record.
Does Medicare cover nursing homes in Athens?
Providers listed here are Medicare-certified, but coverage rules and costs depend on the service and setting. Confirm current availability, Medicare and Medicaid participation, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06. This page is informational and is not medical advice.

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