Nursing home / skilled nursing
Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Blue Ridge, Georgia
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 99 OUIDA STREET |
| City | Blue Ridge |
| State | Georgia |
| ZIP code | 30513 |
| County | Fannin |
| Phone | 706-632-2271 |
| Website | https://www.pruitthealth.com/locator/locations/pruitthealth-blue-ridge |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 115468 |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 101 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | July 5, 1989 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge is in 99 OUIDA STREET, Blue Ridge, GA 30513. Phone: 706-632-2271. Ownership: For profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 4, staffing 2, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 20.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00; total nursing staff turnover 42.0%.
More about this provider
| PruittHealth's own location page says PruittHealth - Blue Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offering a comprehensive menu of services and customized short- and long-term care. It describes therapy services in a cozy, home-like environment on the cutting edge of rehabilitation and aging care. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation; services listed: I.V. Therapy, Wound Care Management, Pain Management, Central Lines, Oxygen Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Out-Patient Therapy, Dietetic Programming & Nourishment Care, Recreational Activities Programming, Hospice Services, Chaplain/Counseling Services, Religious Services, Laundry Services, Beauty Salon/Barber Shop, Pharmacy Services, Volunteer Services, Medication Management; lifestyle features include 101 beds in private and semi-private rooms, a recreational program, a Therapeutic Pet Program, and an electronic security system |
| Accreditation | Awards shown on the location page: AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award - Bronze; QAPI Accredited; Joint Commission Gold Seal shown on the page |
| Visiting and contact details | 99 Ouida Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513; tel: (762) 257-6010; fax: (706) 632-7633; Virtual Tour and View on Map available on the page |
| Website | https://www.pruitthealth.com/locator/locations/pruitthealth-blue-ridge |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 2 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.71 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.56 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 4 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 20.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 68 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 68 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-07-31 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 11 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.52704 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 16.7 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.08281 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 42.0 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.79595 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.50585 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.05336 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.42736 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.90473 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 0.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 434 |
| Chain Name | PRUITTHEALTH |
| Legal Business Name | PRUITTHEALTH - BLUE RIDGE, LLC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.8 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 2.6 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 97 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 3.1 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.9 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 85.4 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Common questions about Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge
Where is Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge located?
Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge is at 99 OUIDA STREET, Blue Ridge, Georgia 30513.
What care and services does Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge offer?
Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge Medicare-certified?
Yes. Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge's quality rating?
CMS gives Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge an overall star rating of 5 out of 5.
How do I contact Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge?
Call Pruitthealth - Blue Ridge at 706-632-2271.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Georgia can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.