Who owns Georgia nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Georgia nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 247 | 2.3 | 3.34 hrs | 38% |
| Non profit | 93 | 3.4 | 3.50 hrs | 29% |
| Government | 16 | 3.3 | 4.28 hrs | 6% |
Largest chains in Georgia
69% of Georgia nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Georgia.
- Pruitthealth59 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Ethica health50 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Journey healthcare21 homes · average 1.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Empire care centers20 homes · average 1.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Harborview health sYsTems12 homes · average 1.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Wellington health care sErvices10 homes · average 1.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Beacon health management10 homes · average 1.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Reliable health care management6 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- CrosSroads medical management6 homes · average 3.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- Magnolia manor sEnior living5 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Michael feisT5 homes · average 3.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- C. rosS management5 homes · average 1.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- CypresS sKilled nursIng5 homes · average 2.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Brighton healthcare4 homes · average 1.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care centers of america3 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.