nursing home in Bishop, GA
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation
3450 New High Shoals Rd, Bishop, GA 30621 · (706) 769-7738
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation at a glance
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation is a 100-bed non-profit nursing home in Bishop, Georgia (Oconee County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.2% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ethica Health
- Medicare-certified since
- April 6, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Oconee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115279
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.98 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.42 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.04 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.76 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.2% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 22 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 83 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.1% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.4% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.9% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.4% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.7% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.5% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.6% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2026 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0949 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLINICAL SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2025 |
| HARRISON, BRANDI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2025 |
| RINGER, DAVE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| SHEFFIELD, KIMBERLY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2025 |
| CABLE, PAUL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2003 |
| DENNIS, KATHRYN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2015 |
| LAMBERT, RENO Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| NICHOLS, JOSEPH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| ROLLINS, RONNIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2003 |
| WALL, JOSEPH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2003 |
| WARNOCK, RALPH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/23/2020 |
| CLINICAL SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2014 |
| HARRISON, BRANDI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2019 |
| LAMBERT, RENO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| PETERS, LAURA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2021 |
| RINGER, DAVE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation's rating?
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation?
It is non profit - other and part of Ethica Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation is at 3450 New High Shoals Rd, Bishop, GA 30621. Phone: (706) 769-7738.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.