Neil Pruitt

Chairman and CEO at PruittHealth

Neil L. Pruitt Jr. is a prominent figure in the long-term care industry and has held several leadership positions, including Immediate Past Chair of the American Health Care Association (AHCA). Here are some key details about Neil Pruitt:

Professional Background

Neil Pruitt is the Chairman and CEO of PruittHealth, Inc., an integrated healthcare company offering various services including skilled nursing, assisted living, home health, hospice care, pharmacy services, and more.1 2 PruittHealth operates 98 facilities across Georgia, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, and South Carolina.2

Leadership Roles

AHCA Leadership: Pruitt served as the Chair of the Board of Governors of the American Health Care Association.1 During his tenure, he made significant contributions to the organization:
- Established quality and regulatory divisions in 2011
- Launched the Quality Initiative in 2012, which led to a nearly 50% reduction in antipsychotic use in nursing homes2
- Created the Quality Cabinet to streamline AHCA's approach to regulatory, Five-Star Quality Rating System, and payment issues2
Other Positions:
- Chair of the Georgia Health Care Association1
- Chair of the Board of Trustees of the University System of Georgia Foundation1
- Board Member for the Georgia Regents Health System1

Achievements and Recognition

Pruitt has been recognized for his contributions to quality improvement in long-term care:

Named the 2024 recipient of the Mary K. Ousley Champion of Quality Award by AHCA2 3
Appointed to the federal Commission for Long-Term Care in 2013, a 15-member panel tasked with developing plans for comprehensive long-term care1 2

Advocacy and Initiatives

Pruitt has been a strong advocate for quality in long-term care:

Oversaw enhancements to AHCA/NCAL's LTC Trend Tracker platform
Helped secure funding for the Center for Long-Term Care Quality and Innovation at Brown University in 20142
Influenced the development of post-acute care quality measures endorsed by the National Quality Forum3

Neil Pruitt's leadership and initiatives have significantly impacted the long-term care industry, focusing on improving quality standards and outcomes for residents across the United States.