nursing home in Claxton, GA
Camellia Health & Rehabilitation
700 East Long Street, Claxton, GA 30417 · (912) 739-2245
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Camellia Health & Rehabilitation at a glance
Camellia Health & Rehabilitation is a 70-bed non-profit nursing home in Claxton, Georgia (Evans County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 25, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.2% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ethica Health
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Evans County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115598
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.26 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 46% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 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) | 3 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 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 | 70 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 60 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.1% | 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) | 3.9% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 33.3% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.7% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.1% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.5% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.8% | 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) | 24.9% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.1% | 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) | 99.5% | 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) | 65.9% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.4% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| April 25, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint · Infection control | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| February 5, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 18, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 15, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 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 April 15, 2023 |
| May 27, 2021 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 June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
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 | 06/12/2025 |
| HOOKS, TIFFANY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/13/2026 |
| PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2023 |
| HEALTH SCHOLARSHIPS INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2005 |
| CABLE, PAUL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2003 |
| DENNIS, KATHRYN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2015 |
| NICHOLS, JOSEPH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2024 |
| PEAVY, TIFFANY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
| 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 | 10/25/2005 |
| FIELDS, HEATHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2025 |
| HOOKS, TIFFANY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2026 |
| PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2023 |
| PEAVY, TIFFANY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Camellia Health & Rehabilitation's rating?
Camellia Health & Rehabilitation 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 Camellia Health & Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Camellia Health & 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 Camellia Health & 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 Camellia Health & Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Camellia Health & Rehabilitation is at 700 East Long Street, Claxton, GA 30417. Phone: (912) 739-2245.
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.