nursing home in Savannah, GA
Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr
6711 Laroche Avenue, Savannah, GA 31406 · (912) 354-8225
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr at a glance
Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr is a 284-bed non-profit nursing home in Savannah, Georgia (Chatham County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 18, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $92,794.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.7% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 284
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Chatham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115641
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3 / 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) | 3.17 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.25 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.93 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.68 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 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) | 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) | 9 | 5 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 149.3 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $92,794 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 284 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 159 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56% | 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) | 3.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.7% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.9% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.3% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.8% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 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) | 19.2% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.7% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.3% | 95% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.8% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 85.2% | 80.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 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 May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 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 May 14, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 23, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | 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 October 23, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $92,794 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Payment Denial | 5 days from March 15, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 | Fine | $92,794 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMER, NABILA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2023 |
| BLAKENEY, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2023 |
| HALL, ZACHARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| HAMILTON, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2025 |
| HOBSON, WANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/19/1994 |
| JONES, TUWANNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| LATIMER, LUKE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2024 |
| PADGETT, ISHAMAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2024 |
| RUSSELL, JORDAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2023 |
| VEIGA-JONES, DIANE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/05/2020 |
| WEBER, CHRISTEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| CARROLL, CANDICE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/2026 |
| DAVIS, PAMELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2024 |
| DAVIS, PATTI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| EILAND, CAROLYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| GNANN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| GRANDY, ALBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2017 |
| LONG, TYLER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2026 |
| MCMULLEN, NOLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/29/2025 |
| NICKLES-MCSTOTT, MELINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/08/2026 |
| SEAGRAVES, DEE DEE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2014 |
| SMITH, CLINT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/03/2021 |
| THOMPSON, MARCUS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2024 |
| THORNTON, ELIZABETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2026 |
| TRUITT, RAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2009 |
| RUSSELL, JORDAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2023 |
| SEAGRAVES, DEE DEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2026 |
| SMITH, CLINT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2026 |
| THOMPSON, MARCUS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2026 |
| AMER, NABILA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2023 |
| BLAKENEY, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2023 |
| CARROLL, CANDICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/2026 |
| DAVIS, PAMELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2024 |
| DAVIS, PATTI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| EILAND, CAROLYN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| GNANN, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| GRANDY, ALBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2017 |
| HALL, ZACHARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2025 |
| HAMILTON, JESSICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2025 |
| HOBSON, WANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/19/1994 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr's rating?
Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr has 1 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 Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr 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 Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr and how do I contact it?
Riverview Health & Rehab Ctr is at 6711 Laroche Avenue, Savannah, GA 31406. Phone: (912) 354-8225.
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.