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Spring Harbor at Green Island

200 Spring Harbor Drive, Columbus, GA 31904 · Muscogee County

Between invigorating experiences and serene scenery, senior living at Spring Harbor balances your need to remain active as well as enjoy life. See more

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Columbus

Spring Harbor at Green Island is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbus, GA, with 40 certified beds and an average of about 30 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 6.00 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 73.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.00 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•High staff turnover (73.8%)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Columbus for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 40
Avg. residents/day: 30
Ownership: Non profit - Other
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 115716

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,770–$9,610/mo (median $8,460)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,420–$5,100/mo (median $4,580)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Columbus prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 6.00; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.97; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 73.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 4
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-01-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-01-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

2026-01-18Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2026-01-18Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2024-11-10Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-11-10Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2024-11-10Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2023-06-04Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available

Location

200 Spring Harbor Drive, Columbus, GA

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Spring Harbor at Green Island

How much does Spring Harbor at Green Island cost?

Spring Harbor at Green Island does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Columbus, GA area typically runs $7,770–$9,610 per month (median $8,460, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Spring Harbor at Green Island's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Spring Harbor at Green Island 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Spring Harbor at Green Island?

Staff provide about 6.00 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 73.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Spring Harbor at Green Island?

Spring Harbor at Green Island has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Spring Harbor at Green Island have availability?

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Spring Harbor at Green Island offer?

Spring Harbor at Green Island in Columbus, GA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 40 beds.

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