Mississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

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Poplar Springs Nursing Center is an outstanding nursing home in Meridian, MS, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive the highest quality of care for their healthcare needs around the clock. The community also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease residents’ financial burdens.
Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Social events, celebrations, and a variety of recreational opportunities are also conducted to brighten residents’ moods and prevent isolation. Here, residents can reach their potential, accompanied by its wide range of services and nurturing environment.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center is legally operated by Shelley Hale, and administrated by Frank Land.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MS Average | vs. MS Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 60 | 45 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (60 vs. MS avg 45).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 7.5 | 5.6 | This facility has 34% more deficiencies per year than a typical Mississippi nursing home (7.5 vs. MS avg 5.6).↑ 34% worse |
The most recent inspection on July 24, 2025, identified deficiencies related to resident privacy, care planning, medication errors, food storage, infection control, and smoke barrier construction. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues involving resident rights, medication management, infection prevention, and environmental safety, with some life safety code deficiencies noted in smoke barriers and corridor walls. Complaint investigations substantiated abuse and neglect on several occasions, including physical and verbal abuse by staff and medication misappropriation, resulting in employee terminations; however, many complaints were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has demonstrated some corrective actions over time, but deficiencies have persisted with no clear overall improvement or worsening trend.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsMississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Mississippi average 16.9
Mississippi average 3.83
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.
Mississippi average: 1
Mississippi average: 1.1
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
3,374 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 68 | 0 | 68 | 21,295 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 0 | 27 | 6,878 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,501 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,049 | 71 | 77% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 807 | 69 | 75% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 707 | 66 | 72% | 10.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 689 | 66 | 72% | 10.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 606 | 73 | 79% | 8.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 433 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 419 | 56 | 61% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 398 | 51 | 55% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 358 | 63 | 68% | 5.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 345 | 43 | 47% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 144 | 18 | 20% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 112 | 14 | 15% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 68 | 9 | 10% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 12 | 13% | 2.3 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Poplar Springs Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
5.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to Poplar Springs Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Poplar Springs Nursing Center is located in Meridian, Mississippi.
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The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
| Poplar Springs Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Meridian | 89 | 19.1% | -77% | 5.00 | +20% | +8% | $0 | 20 | 3.3 | - | 17 | 0 | Shelley Hale | $9.5M | $5.1M | 53.7% | 255315 | ||||
| Reginald P. White Nursing Facility | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Meridian | 70 | 92.9% | +13% | - | - | - | - | +98% | - | - | 15 | 3.0 | 4 | 65 | 7 | Diana S. Mikula | - | - | - | 25A123 |
The legal owner and operator of Poplar Springs Nursing Center is Shelley Hale.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center's occupancy is 90.8%.
Frank Land is the administrator of Poplar Springs Nursing Center.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center has 89 beds.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center is located at 6615 Poplar Springs Drive, Meridian, MS 39305.
(601) 483-5256 will put you in contact with the team at Poplar Springs Nursing Center.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center is in Lauderdale County.
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