Nursing home / skilled nursing
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Springfield, Georgia
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 459 HIGHWAY 119 SOUTH |
| City | Springfield |
| State | Georgia |
| ZIP code | 31329 |
| County | Effingham |
| Phone | 912-754-6451 |
| Website | https://www.effinghamhealth.org/our-services/care-center/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 115106 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 105 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | August 25, 1969 |
| Located in a hospital | Y |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is in 459 HIGHWAY 119 SOUTH, Springfield, GA 31329. Phone: 912-754-6451. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 4, staffing 4, quality measures 3). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 24.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00; total nursing staff turnover 43.4%.
More about this provider
| Effingham Health System's official page describes Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center as a nationally recognized, award-winning long-term care / skilled nursing facility in Springfield, GA offering physical, speech and occupational therapy, clinical labs/X-rays, respite/hospice care, wound care, dietary and social services, restorative/hydration programs, and a Special Care Unit for Alzheimer's, striving to help each resident attain their highest level of independence. | |
| Services and programs | Physical, Speech, and Occupational Therapy; Clinical Labs/X-rays; Respite/Hospice Care; Resident/Family Council; Activities; Social Services; Wound Care; Dietary Services; Restorative/Hydration Program; Physician/Physician Extender; Special Care Unit for those living with Alzheimer's and other diseases requiring 24-hour skilled care |
| Who it serves | Residents needing long-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation; Special Care Unit for those living with Alzheimer's and other diseases that require 24-hour skilled and compassionate care |
| Payment types it states | In-Network Insurance Payors listed: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Clover Health, Humana, Medicare, GA Medicaid, Tricare East (Humana Military), United Healthcare, All Long-Term Care Insurance Policy |
| Inspection highlights | Page states the center received a Five Star rating for 2025 from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, ranked in the top 10% of nursing homes in Georgia, and is the only nursing facility in Effingham County with a CMS five-star rating (ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality); AHCA awards listed: Gold (2015), Silver (2010), Bronze (2022), and Silver (2025) |
| Visiting and contact details | Visitation Hours: Mon-Sun, 8:30 am-8:30 pm; visitors screened for COVID-19 and required to wear a mask; Call Us: (912) 754-6451; address shown in directions link: 459 GA-119 Springfield, GA 31329; page header also displays a different number, 912-754-1080 (see notes) |
| Website | https://www.effinghamhealth.org/our-services/care-center/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 4 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 1 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.53 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.58 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 32 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 24.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 32 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-02-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| 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 | 1.23544 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 38.5 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.87604 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 43.4 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.95526 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.48385 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.09543 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.39940 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.36880 |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL INC |
| 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 | Both |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 83.0 |
| 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 Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center
Where is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center located?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is at 459 HIGHWAY 119 SOUTH, Springfield, Georgia 31329.
What care and services does Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center an overall star rating of 4 out of 5.
How do I contact Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center?
Call Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center at 912-754-6451.
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.