Riverview Health & Rehab Center

Riverview Health & Rehab Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Riverview Health & Rehab… is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Riverview Health & Rehab Center

6711 La Roche Ave, Savannah, GA 31406 View Map

Riverview Health & Rehab Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Riverview Health & Rehab… is a Nursing Home in Georgia

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Overview of Riverview Health & Rehab Center

Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing community in Savannah, Georgia. It prides itself as the largest facility in Chatham County with 190 beds in their private and semi-private rooms. Operating since 1961, it has established itself as a reputable and effective provider of opportunities for seniors to gain independence and live actively. With a broad spectrum of specialized services, residents get to experience unrivaled care as their unique needs are addressed. Included in their clinical services are IV therapy, wound care, comprehensive therapy services (physical, occupational, speech, and pet), and hospice, palliative, and respite care– to name a few.
To achieve the best quality of life for all its residents, Riverview puts compassion at the core of its services. On top of the medical support available in this facility, the picturesque setting of the establishment nurtures the total well-being of its residents as they recover in a beautiful and comfortable environment.

Managed by Jordan Russell

Administrator

Jordan Russell, MHA, LNHA, ALCA, PCHA, CDP, serves as the Administrator at Riverview Health & Rehab Center. He leads the community with a strong professional background and dedication to quality care and resident well-being.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 2.82/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 190

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Georgia average
Occupancy rate 52.9%
Residents per day (avg) 156
Occupancy rate
52.9%
Residents per day (avg)
156

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 28 days

Medicaid

61% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 days

Finances and operations

Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$17.4M
Deficit of revenue
-$3.0M
Governmental home City
Home revenue
$17,423,552.00
Deficit of revenue
$-3,026,374.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.2M
41.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.3M
Total costs $20.5M
Bed community size
190-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 5 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
March 22, 2018

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 115641
County: CHATHAM

Ownership & operating entity

Riverview Health & Rehab Center is administrated by Mr JORDAN RUSSELL.

Contact Riverview Health & Rehab Center

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.

46 visits/inspections

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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Address 5.6 miles from city center

Address 6711 La Roche Ave, Savannah, GA 31406

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

163
Total Staff
127
Employees
36
Contractors
60,693
Total Hours (Quarter)
74
Avg Staff/Day
9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse 5 10.5 No
Licensed Practical Nurse 27 10 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant 57 9.6 No
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
97 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
45 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
5 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
12.9%
of total hours from contractors
7,821 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapist: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 7
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant 57 0 57 22,935 91 100% 9.6
Licensed Practical Nurse 19 8 27 12,993 91 100% 10
Physical Therapist 20 1 21 7,588 91 100% 8.2
Medication Aide/Technician 4 0 4 2,446 91 100% 9
RN Director of Nursing 4 0 4 2,401 81 89% 10.6
Registered Nurse 5 0 5 1,867 78 86% 10.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist 5 0 5 1,814 81 89% 8.5
Qualified Social Worker 0 5 5 1,091 72 79% 6.5
Occupational Therapy Aide 2 0 2 1,016 65 71% 8
Speech Language Pathologist 0 6 6 1,000 74 81% 6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff 2 0 2 904 77 85% 7.1
Administrator 2 0 2 728 65 71% 8
Dental Services Staff 2 0 2 648 57 63% 8
Physical Therapy Aide 0 3 3 600 67 74% 4.9
Mental Health Service Worker 2 0 2 568 60 66% 8
Respiratory Therapy Technician 0 6 6 529 76 84% 5.4
Dietitian 2 0 2 524 64 70% 8
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 7 7 522 67 74% 6.1
Medical Director 1 0 1 520 65 71% 8

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Sep 2022 – Feb 2025)

2
Inspections
18
Total Citations
5
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
9
Citations/Inspection
Feb 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
13
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
5
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
5
28% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
17% of total
Infection Control
2
11% of total
Resident Rights
1
6% of total
Administration
1
6% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
6% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 18
Complaint Investigations 6
State Comparison (GA)
Avg Citations (State)
16.6
This Facility: 18
Avg Critical (State)
0.7
This Facility: 5
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
Date Severity ? Category Tag Status
Feb 12, 2025 K Abuse/Neglect F0600 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 J Abuse/Neglect F0609 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 J Abuse/Neglect F0610 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 K Administration F0835 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 F Nursing Services F0727 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 F Nutrition F0812 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 D Quality of Care F0676 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 J Quality of Care F0740 Corrected
Feb 12, 2025 D Resident Rights F0554 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 E Infection Control F0880 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 E Infection Control F0881 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 F Nutrition F0812 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 D Pharmacy F0758 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 E Quality of Care F0690 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 D Quality of Care F0695 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 D Quality of Care F0697 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 D Care Planning F0656 Corrected
Sep 08, 2022 D Care Planning F0657 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
160 Total Residents
Medicare 31 (19.4%)
Medicaid 99 (61.9%)
Private Pay/Other 30 (18.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

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

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
12.3 Score
20% worse than avg State avg: 10.3

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
20.2 Score
16% worse than avg State avg: 17.4

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
17.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
6.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
2.6%
Depressive Symptoms
3.5%
Falls with Major Injury
6.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
83.1%
Antipsychotic Use
13.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
22.0%
Influenza Vaccine
89.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
9.5%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
21.5%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
75.8% 6% worse than avg State: 80.6%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
3.8% 70% worse than avg State: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
65.9% 16% worse than avg State: 78.2%

Penalties & 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 $93K State avg: $40K 131% worse than avg
Number of Fines 1 State avg: 2.1
Payment Denials 1 5 total days
Compared to State Average Facility: $93K | State Avg: $40K
Penalty History

Showing all 2 penalties (Feb 2025 - Feb 2025)

Feb 12, 2025 Civil Money Penalty
$93K
Feb 12, 2025 Payment Denial
5 days

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Care Services Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics: High rural demand; waitlists possible.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals.
Respite Care Program
Georgia NFCSP Respite
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • GA Specifics: Focus on metro and rural balance.
  • Services: In-home aide (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), facility stay (up to 5 days).
Home and Community Services (HCS)
Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; need-based.
  • GA Specifics: Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), homemaker, adult day care ($80/day), respite (~5 days/year).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Georgia Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • GA Specifics: Three tiers; entitlement benefit.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics: Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • GA Specifics: ~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)
Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics: Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), case management, adult day health ($80/day), respite (limited).
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Georgia Optional State Supplementation
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (including SSI).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics: ~$20-$489/month based on facility type.
  • Services: Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes.

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Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Community Care Services Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics:
    High rural demand; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals.
Georgia NFCSP Respite

Respite Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • GA Specifics:
    Focus on metro and rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home aide (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), facility stay (up to 5 days).
Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; need-based.
  • GA Specifics:
    Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), homemaker, adult day care ($80/day), respite (~5 days/year).
Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • GA Specifics:
    Three tiers; entitlement benefit.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Georgia Medicaid PACE

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics:
    Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • GA Specifics:
    ~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics:
    Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), case management, adult day health ($80/day), respite (limited).
Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,004/month (including SSI).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • GA Specifics:
    ~$20-$489/month based on facility type.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes.
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