Total health inspections
4
Mississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Mississippi Care Center of Morton
Nursing Home
Mississippi Care Center of Morton
Nursing Home
Mississippi Care Center of Morton is a long-term care facility located in Morton, Mississippi. It provides various services to residents, ensuring their health and safety. The center is part of the Mississippi Health Care Association.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
96
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
96
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
57% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Medicaid
34% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.5M
Profit
$371.3K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12,461,105.00
Profit
$371,251.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.1M
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home Facilities
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
255250
County:
Scott
Ownership & operating entity
Mississippi Care Center of Morton is administrated by Brittany McCurdy.
Owner name:
Scott County LTC, Inc.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Facility Finder, Care Conversations, Events & Education, How to Join, Important Contacts, Awards, Annual Directory
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
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-26%
-11%
-28%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39042
106
No
DAWSON, JAQUISA
59.5%
$7,423,050.00
$3,907,945.00
52.6%
74.60
4.1015
-
15
-
-26%-11%-28%
Billdora Senior Care
-26%
+11%
-6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39667
60
No
-
77.1%
$5,865,053.00
$2,501,696.00
42.7%
49.00
5.1364
1
9
1
-26%+11%-6%
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
-16%
-7%
-21%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39577
99
No
CAIN, AVONNA
65.4%
$8,189,414.00
$3,300,784.00
40.3%
60.70
4.3224
-
13
6
-16%-7%-21%
Mississippi Care Center of Morton
-12%
+14%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39117
120
No
MCCURDY, BETTY
93.8%
$12,357,736.00
$4,472,166.00
36.2%
96.10
4.6431
2
16
-
-12%
0%
+14%
Attala County Nursing Center
-7%
-13%
-8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39090
120
No
HOOD, AMY
75.9%
$8,711,530.00
$4,255,205.00
48.8%
99.60
4.0292
-
18
2
-7%-13%-8%
Brandon Court
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39042
Bed Count:
106
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
DAWSON, JAQUISA
CCN:
255266
Occupancy:
59.5%
Home Revenue:
$7,423,050.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,907,945.00
Payroll %:
52.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
74.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1015
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
15
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Billdora Senior Care
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39667
Bed Count:
60
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
255243
Occupancy:
77.1%
Home Revenue:
$5,865,053.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,501,696.00
Payroll %:
42.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
49.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.1364
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39577
Bed Count:
99
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CAIN, AVONNA
CCN:
255233
Occupancy:
65.4%
Home Revenue:
$8,189,414.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,300,784.00
Payroll %:
40.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
60.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3224
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
Severe Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-16%
-16%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Mississippi Care Center of Morton
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39117
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MCCURDY, BETTY
CCN:
255250
Occupancy:
93.8%
Home Revenue:
$12,357,736.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,472,166.00
Payroll %:
36.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
96.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.6431
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
16
RN share vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Staffing vs State Avg:
0%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+14%
+14%
Attala County Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
MS 39090
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HOOD, AMY
CCN:
255191
Occupancy:
75.9%
Home Revenue:
$8,711,530.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,255,205.00
Payroll %:
48.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
99.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0292
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
18
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
207
Total Staff
138
Employees
69
Contractors
40,583
Total Hours (Quarter)
52
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 8.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 9.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 112 | 9.1 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
173 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
3.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
7 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
18.1%
of total hours from contractors
7,331 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 54
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 54 | 112 | 22,836 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 1 | 23 | 6,749 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 2,778 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 16 | 0 | 16 | 1,345 | 40 | 44% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,104 | 66 | 73% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,064 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 937 | 78 | 86% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 472 | 68 | 75% | 6.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 408 | 48 | 53% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 342 | 55 | 60% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 315 | 27 | 30% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 262 | 51 | 56% | 5.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 238 | 64 | 70% | 3.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 230 | 30 | 33% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 148 | 17 | 19% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 140 | 20 | 22% | 7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 128 | 19 | 21% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 46 | 11 | 12% | 4.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3% | 1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
16
Citations per inspection
4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
16 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Dec 04, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 17, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 17, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Oct 17, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
109
Total Residents
Medicare
12
(11%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
82
(75.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
15
(13.8%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.9
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 12.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
7% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 22.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.5%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.8%
9% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 24.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
13.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
13.7%
36% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
6% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
14% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 7.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.3%
179% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.6%
7% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.1%
38% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.0%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 95.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 97.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.9%
7% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 87.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.1%
106% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
18% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 84.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and 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 amount
$7K
82% lower than Mississippi averageMississippi average: $39K
Number of fines
2
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$7K
Mississippi average
$39K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2024
$4K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 23, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 23, 2023
$3K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Mississippi Care Center of Morton based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
93.8%
↑ 12.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$371,251
↑ ~$508K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,933,905
↑ ~$252K vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.0%
↑ 4.3pp vs 2022
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