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Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Ellijay, GA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of Parkside Skilled Nursing Care entrance Bright corridor with reception area and logo Outdoor pathway with gardens and seating area View of a garden area adjacent to a building Private resident room with a hospital bed Cozy resident room with floral decor and amenities Sign celebrating CNAs with gifts on a cart Bright and modern accessible shower room Resident crafting colorful birdhouses outdoors Staff member preparing for a celebration with colorful buckets Staff member holding a gift basket outdoors

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Ellijay, GA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
1362 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay

Located on Main Street in Ellijay, Georgia, Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab is a skilled nursing home in a small North Georgia mountain town. The center is owned by Parkside Holding Company LLC and has served the area for seven years. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to arrange coverage for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care.

The facility’s occupancy rate is 76%, and the community has 110 beds. Residents stay an average of about 70 days. The resident population includes people recovering through post-acute rehabilitation as well as those with longer care needs. Residents receive an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes of nursing care each day, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing support around the clock. There’s also a physician on-site, which can reduce the need for outside medical visits.

Rehabilitation services are a major part of the center’s clinical programs. Residents have access to in-house medical specialists and psychological staff, helping address physical recovery and emotional well-being, while pain management services, hospice and palliative care, and comprehensive medical support serve residents with chronic pain, end-of-life needs, and a wide range of medical conditions without necessarily transferring them elsewhere. It’s a broad group of services that supports different stages of care.

Dining is an important part of daily life. Master chefs work with a staff dietitian to develop menus that meet individual dietary needs while maintaining culinary standards. Residents can use beautician and barber services. Satellite television and religious services are also available.

Ellijay’s location has a Walk Score of 57. Some nearby errands can be handled within walking distance, although most trips require driving. Visiting family members can reach nearby services without traveling far.

When inspected, the facility showed a commitment to addressing identified concerns through corrective action and follow-up surveys. Families evaluating Parkside should take a tour to get a clearer picture of daily routines, rehabilitation services, and the way care coordination is managed throughout the community.

Facility Direct Line (706) 635-7881
Facility Direct Line (706) 635-7881 connect@parksideellijay.com

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 15.4% Above GA avg. ▲ 15.4% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 7.4% Above GA avg. ▲ 7.4% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 33.0% Above GA avg. ▲ 33.0% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 40.9% Above GA avg. ▲ 40.9% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Georgia averages

Rank #90 / 180Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 180 homes we track in Georgia for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 180 Georgia facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 90th out of 180 homes we track in Georgia for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

3h 24m

4% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
47m
+63% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
39m
−30% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
1h 58m
−9% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
2h 53m
−7% State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
6m
+94% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
44m
+121% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 28m per day

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Weekend RN is +121% above Georgia average

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
84
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
70 days
Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #151 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 661 homes we track in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #398 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 398th out of 671 homes we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #238 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 238th out of 838 homes we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #105 / 152Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 152 homes we track in Georgia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its Statewide rank out of 152. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Georgia average: 78.1%
Occupied beds
84 / 110
Average occupied beds in Georgia homes 88 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/Nf Dual Cert
IssuanceMarch 18, 2019
CountyGilmer
CMS Certification Number115683
AccreditationsJCAHO Accreditation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay is administered by Melinda Huff.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Email mhuff@parksideellijay.com

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Cable Tv
Religious Services
Religious Services

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Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

Since 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 112 deficiencies 41 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (348% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (113% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 11225 This facility has 348% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (112 vs. GA avg 25).↑ 348% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.71.27 This facility has 113% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia nursing home (2.7 vs. GA avg 1.27).↑ 113% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 4116 This facility has had 156% more total inspections than the Georgia average (41 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 156% more
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CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data
Total health inspections 3

State average 3.4

Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations
20 Rank #119 / 183Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 183 homes we track in Georgia for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 183 GA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 16.6

Citations per inspection
6.67 Rank #150 / 183Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 183 homes we track in Georgia for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 183 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 4.68

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.7

Serious health citations
3
500% worse than State average

State average: 0.5

0 critical citations State average: 0.7
3 serious citations State average: 0.5
17 moderate citations State average: 15.2
0 minor citations State average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Jan 31, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Jan 31, 2025
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 177
Employees 141
Contractors 36
Staff to resident ratio 1.79 : 1
26% more staff per resident than Georgia average
Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1 Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1See full Georgia ranking
Avg staff/day 55
Average shift 8.1 hours
0% compared with Georgia average
Georgia average: 8.3 hours Georgia average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Georgia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 40,876

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 37 total: 24 full-time employees and 13 contractors. 37
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 35 total: 19 full-time employees and 16 contractors. 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 67 total: 62 full-time employees and 5 contractors. 67
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

2.7%

1,105 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 16 Registered Nurse: 13 Certified Nursing Assistant: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6256719,87292100%8
Registered Nurse2413376,25992100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse1916355,81892100%9.5
Respiratory Therapist6061,3987582%6.9
RN Director of Nursing4041,3496571%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,0837379%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,0817278%7
Speech Language Pathologist6069917986%6.4
Physical Therapy Assistant5169417582%6.9
Qualified Social Worker2024956267%8
Dietitian1014625964%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1014575863%7.9
Administrator1013975661%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide1012446773%3.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112222%11.2
Nurse Aide in Training101811%7.6
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
37 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
35 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days 82%
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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $16K Rank #1 / 184Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 184 homes we track in Georgia for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Georgia average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 184 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
61% lower than Georgia average

Georgia average: $40K

Number of fines 3
46% more fines than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $16K
Georgia average $40K

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 13.3
29% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 25.6
47% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Georgia avg: 3.1 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 24.5%
46% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 28.5%
47% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.7%
48% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
56% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.6%
75% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
40% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.3%
71% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.8%
45% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
92% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.9%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.5%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.32
6% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.77
61% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Georgia avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.5%
15% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
71% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 80.4%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 18.7%
23% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 7.5%
39% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 67.0%
25% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 5.6%
89% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

45% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 17 days

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 99
Medicare
40
40.4% of residents
Medicaid
30
30.3% of residents
Private pay or other
29
29.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.6M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$248.4K
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$12.6M Rank #60 / 169Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$248.4K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$2.8K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #49 / 169Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.8M 53.4% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #79 / 169Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.6M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$12.4M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Melinda Huff.

This home is owned by Parkside Holding Company LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 115683

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (51% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
445 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 51%
Private pay 45%
Medicaid 3%
Discharges
439 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 44%
Private pay 43%
Medicaid 13%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Georgia average is: 54.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Baptist Village, Inc. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Waycross
254
Facility 254
GA AVG 87
Rank #7 / 661
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
GA AVG 80.3%
Rank #111 / 152
-9%
5.04
Facility 5.04
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #12 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -40%+42%
$4.0k
Facility $4.0k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #113 / 184
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #23 / 183
3.0
Facility 3.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #37 / 183
-186-
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 41
Rank #198 / 838
Executive Committee Of The Baptist Convention Of The State Of Georgia
$19.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $19.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #13 / 169
$11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #4 / 169
61.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 61.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #33 / 169
115615
Lenbrook ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Ne Atlanta
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 87
Rank #446 / 661
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
GA AVG 80.3%
Rank #91 / 152
+2%
6.64
Facility 6.64
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #5 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +38%+87%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #5 / 183
2.0
Facility 2.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #15 / 183
-49A+
57
Facility 57
GA AVG 41
Rank #238 / 838
Mark Kill
$38.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $38.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #3 / 169
$21.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $21.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #1 / 169
56%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 56%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #58 / 169
115296
Marsh’s Edge ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Saint Simons Island
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 87
Rank #580 / 661
28.1%
Facility 28.1%
GA AVG 80.3%
Rank #151 / 152
-65%
11.03
Facility 11.03
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #1 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -9%+210%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #5 / 183
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #1 / 183
-9-
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 41
Rank #123 / 838
David Jackson
$2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #169 / 169
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #92 / 169
219.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 219.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #2 / 169
115718
Magnolia Manor of Marion County ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Buena Vista
70
Facility 70
GA AVG 87
Rank #388 / 661
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
GA AVG 80.3%
Rank #84 / 152
+3%
5.01
Facility 5.01
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #12 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +15%+41%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #68 / 183
4.0
Facility 4.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #70 / 183
-58-
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 41
Rank #311 / 838
Angela Watkins
$5.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #144 / 169
$4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #115 / 169
70.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 70.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #14 / 169
115599
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Ellijay
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 87
Rank #151 / 661
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
GA AVG 80.3%
Rank #105 / 152
-5%
3.40
Facility 3.40
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #90 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +140%-4%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #119 / 183
6.7
Facility 6.7
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #150 / 183
384-
57
Facility 57
GA AVG 41
Rank #238 / 838
Parkside Holding Company LLC
$12.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #60 / 169
$6.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #49 / 169
53.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 53.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #79 / 169
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Frequently Asked Questions about Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay

Is Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay in a walkable area?

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay?

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay's occupancy is 76%.

How long has Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay been in business?

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay?

No, Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay?

The team at Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay can be reached at mhuff@parksideellijay.com.

Does Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay is registered as a for-profit in GA.

Who is the administrator of Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay?

Melinda Huff is the administrator of Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay.

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