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HomeGeorgiaPruitthealth - Shepherd Hills

Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills

800 Patterson Rd, La Fayette, GA 307287066384112WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.5on Google(184 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
112
certified

How Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills Compares in Georgia

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
GA average
2.7/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
GA average
2.9/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
GA average
2.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.14 hrs/day
GA average
3.57 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.37 hrs/day
GA average
0.50 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
27.0%
GA average
46.0%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 3.14 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.57.
Reported RN time is 0.37 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.50.
Staff turnover is 27.0%, lower than the Georgia average of 46.0%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 11, 2024
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 20, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,604/mo
Georgia median
Private Room
$8,669/mo
Georgia median
Walker County 65+
12,766
18.8% of county
County Population
68,065
Walker County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in La Fayette, Georgia with 112 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
112
Avg Residents/Day
101.9
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Walker
Last Inspection
Nov 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
28.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (12)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0727Potential for Harm

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Dec 1, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.84 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.92 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.37 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.14 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.70 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
27.0%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MILLER, ANDYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 12, 2019
PRUITT, NEILCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 27, 2007
PRUITT, NEILCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 27, 2007

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills and nearby alternatives.

All Georgia facilities
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills
La Fayette, GACurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Pruitthealth - Lafayette
Lafayette, GA2.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $4,963
Oakview Health and Rehabilitation
Summerville, GA14.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Center for Advanced Rehab at Parkside, the
Rossville, GA16.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Ridgewood Manor Health and Rehabilitation
Dalton, GA17.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
Dalton, GA17.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,512
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe
Fort Oglethorpe, GA17.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $16,530
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills
La Fayette, GA · Current facility
—3/53/52/5None recorded
Pruitthealth - Lafayette
Lafayette, GA
2.0 mi4/54/53/5$4,963
Oakview Health and Rehabilitation
Summerville, GA
14.8 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Center for Advanced Rehab at Parkside, the
Rossville, GA
16.9 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
Ridgewood Manor Health and Rehabilitation
Dalton, GA
17.0 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
Dalton, GA
17.1 mi4/54/54/5$8,512
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
17.3 mi5/54/53/5$16,530

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills?▾
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Georgia is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,669/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills had any health inspection violations?▾
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 20, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills?▾
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills provides 3.14 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.37 RN hours, 0.92 LPN hours, and 1.84 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 27.0%.
How many beds does Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills have?▾
Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills has 112 certified beds with an average of 101.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 91% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Pruitthealth chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Georgia. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills?▾
On Google Maps, Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills has a rating of 2.5 out of 5 based on 184 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

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