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Total health inspections
4
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Pruitthealth – Lakehaven
Nursing Home
Pruitthealth – Lakehaven
Nursing Home
PruittHealth - Lakehaven in Valdosta, Georgia offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation for short- and long-term care solutions. The facility provides a comprehensive menu of services and is committed to caring for individual health care needs. It features a cozy, home-like environment and a dedicated staff focused on facilitating smooth transitions for patients.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
90
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.8%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Occupancy rate
89.8%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
68% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
23 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$10.1M
Operating loss
-$199.2K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$10,092,515.00
Operating loss
$-199,174.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.3M
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
50 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Occupancy Rate
96%
Occupied Beds
86 of 90
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
June 1, 1975
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
115373
County:
LOWNDES
Accreditations:
QAPI Accredited, U.S. News and World Report 2018-19 Best Short-Stay Rehabilitation, AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award - Silver, Joint Commission Accreditation
Ownership & operating entity
Pruitthealth – Lakehaven is administrated by Ms TINA HANCOCK.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Home Health, Hospice & Palliative Care, Assisted Living, Personal Care
Religious Services
Yes
Volunteer Programs
Yes
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.
14 visits/inspections
3 other visits
3 life safety inspections
Results
2 with issues
12 without issues
Latest inspection
Date:November 26, 2019
Type:Abbreviated Survey
5 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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+10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31545
62
No
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
86.3%
$6,536,305.00
$2,064,988.00
31.6%
53.50
2.7638
1
20
1
+3%-22%+10%
Pruitthealth – Lakehaven
-1%
-19%
+15%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31602
90
No
HANCOCK, TINA
89.8%
$10,062,426.00
$3,520,854.00
35%
79.00
2.8966
1
14
4
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31701
32
No
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-
-
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-
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-
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31701.0
32
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Alzheimer’s Services Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30260
50
No
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-
-
-
-
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Altamaha Healthcare Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 31545
Bed Count:
62
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
CCN:
115577
Occupancy:
86.3%
Home Revenue:
$6,536,305.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,064,988.00
Payroll %:
31.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
53.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7638
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
20
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Pruitthealth – Lakehaven
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 31602
Bed Count:
90
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HANCOCK, TINA
CCN:
115373
Occupancy:
89.8%
Home Revenue:
$10,062,426.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,520,854.00
Payroll %:
35%
Avg Residents/Day:
79.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.8966
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
14
Severe Citations:
4
RN share vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-19%
-19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+15%
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5.0 miles from city center
VALDOSTA, GA 31602
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
110
Total Staff
87
Employees
23
Contractors
24,866
Total Hours (Quarter)
32
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 9.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 9.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 9.4 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
77 staff
9.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
21 staff
3.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
5 staff
4.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.9%
of total hours from contractors
967 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 0 | 46 | 10,076 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 4,184 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,535 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,555 | 85 | 93% | 9.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,467 | 78 | 86% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 499 | 63 | 69% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 489 | 60 | 66% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 263 | 62 | 68% | 3.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 235 | 54 | 59% | 4.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 172 | 68 | 75% | 2.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 156 | 57 | 63% | 2.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 141 | 49 | 54% | 2.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 48 | 5 | 5% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
14
Citations per inspection
3.5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 14 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
4
4
471% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
4 critical citations
0 serious citations
10 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Jul 03, 2024
Corrected
Administration critical citation
Jul 03, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. 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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Pruitthealth
Resident Census by Payment Source
70
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(4.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
65
(92.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
2
(2.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.4
21% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.3
6% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.3%
9% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.1%
19% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.4%
35% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
10.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
10.0%
59% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.6%
205% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.6%
76% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
24% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
7% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.5%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.3%
16% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
34% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
16% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 78.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
$68K
70% higher than Georgia averageGeorgia average: $40K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
252% more payment denials than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$68K
Georgia average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 21, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 21, 2024
$68K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Mar 21, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Mar 21, 2024
61 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Pruitthealth – Lakehaven based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.8%
↑ 6.7pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$199,174
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$3,957,770
↓ ~$218K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-2.0%
↑ 18.3pp vs 2023
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