Quick answers
- Where is Pruitthealth - Covington?
- 4148 Carroll Street, Covington, GA 30015, in Newton County, Georgia.
- What is the phone number of Pruitthealth - Covington?
- (770) 786-0427, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Pruitthealth - Covington?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Pruitthealth - Covington been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Pruitthealth - Covington.
- What did inspectors find at Pruitthealth - Covington?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 7, 2023 to April 9, 2026), Medicare lists 9 health citations; the most serious was level D. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 7, 2023 to April 9, 2026), Pruitthealth - Covington had 9 health citations; the most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.14 hours per resident per day; the Georgia average is 3.61 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: April 9, 2026 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 9, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 9, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
Previous cycle: March 1, 2025 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 1, 2025 (complaint investigation); March 1, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
Earlier cycle: September 7, 2023 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 7, 2023 (standard health inspection); July 17, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Georgia | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.44 | 0.50 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.02 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.67 | 2.17 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.14 | 3.61 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.61 | 3.12 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.18 | 0.35 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.7% | 46.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 62.5% | 46.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 97 nursing homes: Pruitthealth.
Legal business name: Pruitthealth - Covington, LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (9)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Health Services of Georgia, Inc. | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 27, 2013 |
| Pruitt, Neil | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 27, 2013 |
| Covington Healthcare Properties Inc | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | September 17, 2012 |
| J Paige Pruitt Trust | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | June 22, 2021 |
| Lisa P Hamby Trust | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | June 22, 2021 |
| Neil L Pruitt Jr Trust | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | June 22, 2021 |
| NWP 2020 Child TR Fbo Neil L Pruitt Jr | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | August 18, 2020 |
| Pruitthealth Consulting Services Inc | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 27, 2013 |
| United Health Services Inc | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 27, 2013 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 71 |
| Average residents per day | 64.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Pruitthealth |
| Legal business name | Pruitthealth - Covington, LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1995-07-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 4148 Carroll Street, Covington, GA 30015 |
| County | Newton County |
| State | Georgia |
| Phone | (770) 786‑0427 |
| CMS Certification Number | 115588 |
| Name in Medicare records | PRUITTHEALTH - COVINGTON |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Riverside Health Care Center0.8 mi · Covington, GA · 2 of 5 stars
- Westbury Center of Conyers for Nursing and Healing9.5 mi · Conyers, GA · 4 of 5 stars
- Social Circle Nursing & Rehab Center10 mi · Social Circle, GA · 3 of 5 stars
- Rockdale Healthcare Center11 mi · Conyers, GA · 2 of 5 stars
- PruittHealth - Lithonia, LLC16 mi · Lithonia, GA · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Piedmont Newton Hospital1.3 mi · Covington, GA · Acute Care Hospital
- Piedmont Rockdale Hospital9.5 mi · Conyers, GA · Acute Care Hospital
- Piedmont Walton Hospital16 mi · Monroe, GA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13