Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing Review

Facility overview

Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 2130 Anderson Mill Road in Austell, Georgia, in Cobb County. It is Medicare and Medicaid certified (Medicare provider number 115145) and has operated at this location since 1976. On Medicare.gov Care Compare, the government's official nursing home ratings site, the facility currently holds an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which Medicare considers average. That headline number hides a wide split: strong marks for inspections and quality measures, but the lowest possible score for staffing.

At a glance

Key facility features

• 170 Medicare certified beds, with an average of about 139 residents per day
• Medicare and Medicaid certified, and in operation at this site since 1976
• For profit facility operated as a limited liability company

Services offered

Anderson Mill Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Its core services include round the clock skilled nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, short term rehabilitation after a hospital stay, and long term care for residents with ongoing medical needs. If you are looking for specialized support such as memory care or hospice services, confirm current availability directly with the facility rather than assuming it is offered.

Medicare star ratings

Medicare rates every certified nursing home from 1 to 5 stars overall, with three separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Here is how Anderson Mill Center currently stands on Medicare.gov Care Compare.

• Overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars, which Medicare considers average.
• Health inspection rating: 4 out of 5 stars, above average, based on what state inspectors found during on site surveys.
• Staffing rating: 1 out of 5 stars, much below average. This is the facility's weakest score and the one families should question most closely.
• Quality measure rating: 4 out of 5 stars, above average, reflecting resident outcomes such as mobility, pain control, and infections.
• In plain terms, the facility inspects well and posts solid quality measures, but its reported staffing is among the thinnest in the federal rating system.

Staffing and inspection record

Staffing is the facility's clear weak point. Medicare reports about 3.10 total nursing hours per resident per day, below the national average, which runs closer to 3.9 hours, and below the 3.5 hour level often treated as a practical floor. Registered nurse time is thin at roughly 0.59 RN hours per resident per day, with about 1.75 hours from nurse aides and 1.36 hours from licensed nurses. Turnover is also high, with total nursing staff turnover of about 56 percent over the year. Low staffing and high turnover are worth taking seriously, because they affect how quickly residents get help and how consistent their caregivers are.

Recent inspections

• The inspection picture is better. The facility earns 4 out of 5 stars for health inspections, and its most recent standard survey, completed on May 2, 2025, cited 4 deficiencies, mainly involving pharmacy services and infection control. Inspectors rated these at a level indicating no actual harm to residents. Medicare has not placed an abuse warning on the facility, and federal records show no recent fines or payment denials.

Costs and payment

Medicare and Care Compare do not publish a monthly price for this facility, and skilled nursing costs vary widely by room type, level of care, and length of stay. Skilled nursing care generally costs more than assisted living, and much of it may be covered by insurance for residents who qualify.

Payment options

• Medicare (provider number 115145) and Medicaid both help pay for care here for residents who qualify.
• Private insurance and private pay are also accepted, though coverage varies by plan.

Before committing, ask the facility for a written, itemized estimate for your family member's specific needs, confirm what Medicare or Medicaid will cover, and ask about any financial assistance.

Recommendations for prospective residents and families

1. Schedule an in-person tour
   • Observe staff interactions and overall atmosphere
   • Join a meal service to assess food quality and dining
   • Ask to see private and semi-private room options
2. Review care plans

• Ask how personalized care plans are developed and updated
• Ask how often health assessments and care plan reviews happen

1. Investigate quality improvement plans
   • Ask what the facility is doing to raise its staffing levels, since staffing is its lowest federal rating, and how it keeps enough nurses and aides on duty during each shift.
2. Evaluate rehabilitation services
   • Ask about success rates and average length of stay for rehabilitation programs
   • Ask about the qualifications and experience of therapy staff. Check their certifications, years of experience, and any specialized training in geriatric care.
3. Assess communication protocols
   • Ask how the facility communicates with families about health updates and care plan changes
   • Ask whether staff are available for family meetings and discussions, both scheduled and impromptu.
4. Consider future needs
   • Ask how the facility handles changes in care needs over time
   • The facility should have a clear, written process for reassessing a resident's needs over time and for coordinating any change in the level of care with the family and treating physicians.
5. Financial planning
   • Get a comprehensive fee schedule showing all potential charges
   • Discuss payment options and any financial assistance programs
6. Speak with current residents and families
   • If possible, speak with current residents or family members about daily life at the facility

Checking these points will help you decide whether Anderson Mill Center fits your loved one's care needs, preferences, and budget.

Conclusion

Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing is a 170-bed for profit skilled nursing facility in Austell, Georgia. On Medicare.gov Care Compare it holds 3 out of 5 stars overall, with above average marks for health inspections (4 stars) and quality measures (4 stars), but a much below average staffing rating of 1 star.

The strongest reason to consider it is its solid inspection and quality record; the biggest reason for caution is its low staffing. Tour the facility in person, ask directly about staffing on each shift, review the most recent inspection report, and compare it with higher rated homes nearby before deciding. Every figure in this review comes from Medicare.gov Care Compare and reflects the most recently published federal data.