nursing home in Rockmart, GA
Cottages at Rockmart, the
750 Goodyear Avenue, Rockmart, GA 30153 · (770) 748-3622
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cottages at Rockmart, the at a glance
Cottages at Rockmart, the is a 116-bed for-profit nursing home in Rockmart, Georgia (Polk County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Georgia average of 2.7.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 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 30.6% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 116
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 15, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Polk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115381
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.6% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
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) | 20 | 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 | 116 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 102 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.8% | 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) | 9.7% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.5% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.6% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.9% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.8% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 17.9% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 32.5% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.2% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 11, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| January 11, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| August 22, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 24, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cottages at Rockmart, the's rating?
Cottages at Rockmart, the has 3 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 Cottages at Rockmart, the 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 Cottages at Rockmart, the 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 Cottages at Rockmart, the?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cottages at Rockmart, the and how do I contact it?
Cottages at Rockmart, the is at 750 Goodyear Avenue, Rockmart, GA 30153. Phone: (770) 748-3622.
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.