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Nursing homes in Ben Hill County, Georgia
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Ben Hill County, Georgia, with 245 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (50%). Inspectors recorded 29 health deficiencies over three cycles, 11.8 per 100 beds against 15.1 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $4K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Ben Hill County | Georgia | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 356 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 50% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 11.8 | 15.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.4 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $4K | $4.7M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pruitthealth - Fitzgerald | Fitzgerald | 78 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 9.0 | — | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Harmony Health and Rehabilitation | Fitzgerald | 167 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 13.2 | $4K | 5 Mar 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 4 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 2 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 2 |
| F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | 2 |
| F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Brighton Healthcare (1), Pruitthealth (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Ben Hill County, Georgia?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 245 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Ben Hill County have the highest CMS ratings?
Pruitthealth - Fitzgerald (4 stars), Harmony Health and Rehabilitation (2 stars)
How do Ben Hill County nursing homes compare with Georgia?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 50% statewide; citations run at 11.8 per 100 beds against 15.1 statewide.