Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

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Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

225 S Philpot St, Cedartown, GA 30125 View Map
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Overview of Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation, located in Cedartown, GA, is a skilled nursing facility offering multiple healthcare services from rehabilitation, long-term care, skilled nursing, and memory care services. Cedar Valley’s innovative memory care program creates positive results through an approach that uses music, art, mindfulness, and cognitive therapy, providing cognitive stimulation and slowing the progression of dementia.

Long-term care residents or Cedar Valley are provided 24/7 medical care from professionally trained staff or geriatric nursing specialists. Additionally, they are provided assistance with medication management, and activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing. They also offer diabetes management with specialized diet plants.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Georgia average: 2.6/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
Georgia average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Georgia average: 2.3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Georgia average: 2.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 34m per day

This home provides 0% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Georgia average: 3h 33m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 13m per day 30m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 10m per day 56m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 2m per day 2h 9m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 17m per day 3h 6m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 1m per day 3m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 11m per day 20m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 100

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Georgia average
Occupancy rate 75.2%
Residents per day (avg) 84
Occupancy rate
75.2%
Residents per day (avg)
84

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.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 48 - 49 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$11.4M
Operating loss
-$785.0K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$11,361,294.00
Operating loss
$-785,007.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.1M
18.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.0M
Total costs $12.1M
Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
78%
Occupied Beds
78 of 100
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
August 6, 1971

Additional licensing details

County: POLK

Ownership & operating entity

Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is administrated by Ms RHONDA BLANKENSHIP.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Long-Term Care
Memory Care
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beautiful environments
enrichment and social programs
daily activities and events
on-site therapy center
complimentary in-room cable
family gathering areas
landscaped grounds and courtyards
beauty salon/barbershop
social services and family education

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Advanced Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Specialty Clinical Programs, Memory Care, Resident Care/Concierge Program, Hotel-Style Accommodations, Therapeutic Activities, Patient Resources, Admissions

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Restaurant-style dining with fresh, nutritious meals prepared by a five-star chef.
Meals Included
Yes
Meal Schedule
Breakfast 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM; Lunch 1 PM; Dinner 4:30 PM - 6 PM

Types of Care at Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care Assisted Living
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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.

29 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:April 12, 2025
Type:Abbreviated Survey

18 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Compare Memory Care around Cedartown

The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Cedartown
100
No
63
BLANKENSHIP, RHONDA
75.2%
$11,359,236.00
$2,097,303.00
18.5%
83.70
5/5
3.5690
5/5
2/5
2/5
3
+30%
0%
-4%

Places of interest near Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Address 0.3 miles from city center — 16.69 miles to nearest hospital (Redmond Medical Group East)

Address 225 S Philpot St, Cedartown, GA 30125

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

222
Total Staff
207
Employees
15
Contractors
30,614
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse247.8 No
Licensed Practical Nurse559.5 No
Certified Nursing Assistant1188.5 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
197 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services
13 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
5.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
9hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.2%
of total hours from contractors
1,598 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant118011815,74691100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse550558,71991100%9.5
Registered Nurse240241,1608189%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0146571%8.4
Dietitian1016726976%9.7
Physical Therapy Aide0555727077%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0335716976%8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff1015296470%8.3
Nurse Practitioner2024725965%8
Administrator2024405560%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2022663235%8.3
Qualified Social Worker0221913538%5.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221735662%2.8
Physical Therapy Assistant033913336%2.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 3
Citations per inspection
1

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

All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Georgia average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Georgia average: 0.5

3 moderate citations More info Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations More info Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Feb 22, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Apr 07, 2022
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
85 Total Residents
Medicare 17 (20%)
Medicaid 42 (49.4%)
Private Pay/Other 26 (30.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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. 16.9
65% 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. 31.4
81% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 23.0%
36% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 43.2%
123% 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 28.1%
75% 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 3.2%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.7%
6% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.4%
40% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.9%
78% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.0%
10% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.7%
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 98.8%
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. 1.67
23% better 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. 0.98
50% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 74.5%
8% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
6% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.5%
12% better than 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. 23.3%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 7.2%
41% 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. 28.9%
46% worse 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. 46.9%
7% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

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