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Best Nursing Homes in Mississippi

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 119 nursing homes in Mississippi using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MS
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi

The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.

90 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data

Gulfport Care Center
NH
HC
MC
Gulfport
90
Facility 90
MS AVG 70
Rank #81 / 267
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #72 / 121
0%
4.67
Facility 4.67
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #43 / 117
-28%+1%
$24.3k
Facility $24.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #91 / 121
24
Facility 24
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #92 / 120
6.0
Facility 6.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 120
570-
9
Facility 9
MS AVG 33
Rank #248 / 319
Gerard And Alison Danos Childrens Tr
$8.6M
Facility $8.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #86 / 113
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #46 / 113
43.7%
Facility 43.7%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #15 / 113
255341
Woodland Village Nursing Center
NH
HC
IL
MC
PC
RC
Diamondhead
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 70
Rank #19 / 267
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #70 / 121
0%
5.03
Facility 5.03
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #31 / 117
-73%+9%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #68 / 120
4.5
Facility 4.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #81 / 120
-105-
40
Facility 40
MS AVG 33
Rank #138 / 319
City Of Gulfport
$14.3M
Facility $14.3M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #11 / 113
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #5 / 113
37.5%
Facility 37.5%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #25 / 113
255163
The Pillars of Biloxi
NH
HC
NC
RC
Biloxi
180
Facility 180
MS AVG 70
Rank #3 / 267
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #65 / 121
+3%
3.75
Facility 3.75
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
+18%-19%
$47.7k
Facility $47.7k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #103 / 121
41
Facility 41
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #116 / 120
5.9
Facility 5.9
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #107 / 120
5150-
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 33
Rank #188 / 319
Community Living Centers, LLC
$13.7M
Facility $13.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #9 / 113
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #7 / 113
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #42 / 113
255093
Community Place
NH
NC
Brandon
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #4 / 121
+19%
6.02
Facility 6.02
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #6 / 117
-59%+30%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #48 / 120
5.0
Facility 5.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #93 / 120
-54-
16
Facility 16
MS AVG 33
Rank #223 / 319
Community Place
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #82 / 113
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #52 / 113
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #23 / 113
255285
Traceway Retirement Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
Tupelo (West Main Street)
140
Facility 140
MS AVG 70
Rank #15 / 267
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #33 / 121
+12%
5.85
Facility 5.85
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #8 / 117
-43%+26%
$24.9k
Facility $24.9k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #93 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
1129-
43
Facility 43
MS AVG 33
Rank #122 / 319
United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Inc
$16.3M
Facility $16.3M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #2 / 113
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #2 / 113
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #36 / 113
255309
Pleasant Hills Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Jackson (Bradie)
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #68 / 267
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #56 / 121
+6%
4.03
Facility 4.03
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #80 / 117
-3%-13%
$75.3k
Facility $75.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #110 / 121
22
Facility 22
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #89 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
283A+
30
Facility 30
MS AVG 33
Rank #176 / 319
Landa Oglesby
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #44 / 113
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #36 / 113
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #40 / 113
255112
DeSoto Healthcare Center
NH
HC
PC
RC
Southaven (Brook Hollow)
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 70
Rank #23 / 267
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #95 / 121
-8%
4.54
Facility 4.54
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #57 / 117
-30%-2%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #70 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
291A+
25
Facility 25
MS AVG 33
Rank #196 / 319
Desoto Healthcare Inc
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #13 / 113
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #20 / 113
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #79 / 113
255296
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
NH
AL
MC
Hattiesburg (Parkhaven)
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 70
Rank #219 / 267
--
8.64
Facility 8.64
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #1 / 117
+89%+87%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
3
Facility 3
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #2 / 120
1.0
Facility 1.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 120
-27-
67
Facility 67
MS AVG 33
Rank #19 / 319
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Poplar Springs Nursing Center
NH
MC
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 70
Rank #88 / 267
--
5.00
Facility 5.00
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #31 / 117
+20%+8%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #78 / 120
3.3
Facility 3.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #35 / 120
-17-
0
Facility 0
MS AVG 33
Rank #294 / 319
Shelley Hale
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #55 / 113
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #39 / 113
50.8%
Facility 50.8%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #32 / 113
255315
River Chase Village
NH
RC
Gautier
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #35 / 121
+11%
4.06
Facility 4.06
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #72 / 117
-56%-12%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
16
Facility 16
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #54 / 120
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 120
254-
35
Facility 35
MS AVG 33
Rank #160 / 319
River Chase Village, Inc
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #78 / 113
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #99 / 113
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #83 / 113
255289
Tunica Nursing Home
NH
Tunica
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #85 / 121
-5%
5.82
Facility 5.82
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #11 / 117
+7%+26%
$63.3k
Facility $63.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #107 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
3.4
Facility 3.4
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #45 / 120
549-
49
Facility 49
MS AVG 33
Rank #87 / 319
Tunica Property LLC
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #88 / 113
$3.0M
Facility $3.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #87 / 113
53.6%
Facility 53.6%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #41 / 113
255334
Landmark of DeSoto
NH
HC
MC
PC
Horn Lake
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
76.2%
Facility 76.2%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #94 / 121
-7%
3.86
Facility 3.86
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #86 / 117
+12%-17%
$10.5k
Facility $10.5k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #77 / 121
13
Facility 13
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #38 / 120
4.3
Facility 4.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #75 / 120
252A+
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 33
Rank #37 / 319
John Falkner
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #111 / 113
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #63 / 113
48%
Facility 48%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #1 / 113
255281
Vaiden Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Vaiden
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #7 / 121
+17%
3.95
Facility 3.95
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #86 / 117
+24%-15%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #48 / 120
3.8
Facility 3.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #61 / 120
158A+
19
Facility 19
MS AVG 33
Rank #216 / 319
Kelly Mann
$6.1M
Facility $6.1M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #70 / 113
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #106 / 113
43%
Facility 43%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #105 / 113
255283
Plaza Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Pascagoula
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #68 / 267
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #34 / 121
+12%
3.79
Facility 3.79
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
+97%-18%
$79.6k
Facility $79.6k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #115 / 121
22
Facility 22
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #89 / 120
7.3
Facility 7.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #115 / 120
486A+
61
Facility 61
MS AVG 33
Rank #30 / 319
Michael Crump
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #53 / 113
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #51 / 113
50.7%
Facility 50.7%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #52 / 113
255207
Courtyards Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Fulton
66
Facility 66
MS AVG 70
Rank #115 / 267
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #43 / 121
+10%
3.81
Facility 3.81
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
-6%-18%
$117.7k
Facility $117.7k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #118 / 121
39
Facility 39
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #114 / 120
6.5
Facility 6.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #113 / 120
1158A+
50
Facility 50
MS AVG 33
Rank #83 / 319
Clc Of Fulton, LLC
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #72 / 113
$2.9M
Facility $2.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #89 / 113
45.8%
Facility 45.8%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #80 / 113
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Overview of The Pillars of Biloxi

The Pillars of Biloxi is a compassionate nursing home in Biloxi, MS, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for during their stay. Exceptional services, including 24-hour RN coverage, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and freshly-prepared meals, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Alongside a specially-trained team, the community focuses on creating personalized care plans to meet residents’ ever-changing needs and preferences.

Themed celebrations, exercise classes, and music therapy ensure residents can maintain holistic wellness. Residents can also rest and connect with friends, especially with semi-private rooms and an outdoor patio. Surrounded by trees and green spaces in the peaceful residential area of Biloxi, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Mississippi, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center

Situated in the heart of Gulfport, Mississippi, the distinguished Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center is a testament to their impeccable qualifications for nursing home care that meets Medicare standards. This esteemed facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including short-term care, long-term care, respite care, and personal care for residents. With a dedicated team of skilled professionals, they ensure that every individual receives the highest level of care and attention.

Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center exemplifies the highest nursing home qualifications, meeting Medicare standards to provide exceptional care. Their commitment to transparency extends to their nursing home prices, offering affordable options to accommodate various budgets. The compassionate staff takes the time to understand the unique needs and preferences of each resident, ensuring personalized care and creating a sense of belonging.

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Overview of Driftwood Nursing Center

Driftwood Nursing Center, located in Gulfport, Mississippi, is an exceptional choice for individuals seeking high-quality nursing home care. With a steadfast dedication to their residents’ well-being, Driftwood Nursing Center offers a wide range of therapies and services to empower individuals to regain their independence and thrive during their golden years. In addition to their unwavering dedication to personalized care, the home maintains high-quality nursing home measures.
Every aspect of the center’s operations reflects its commitment to excellence, from comprehensive housekeeping services that ensure a clean and comfortable living space to a strong emphasis on resident well-being. Residents also have access to many activities, clubs, and communities, allowing them to socialize, engage in meaningful pursuits, and forge lasting connections. Moreover, the center boasts beautiful outdoor areas, inviting residents to bask in nature’s tranquility and create cherished memories.

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Overview of North Pointe Health Rehabilitation Services

North Pointe Health Rehabilitation Services offers a 60-bed facility with private rooms, including a 15-bed state-certified Alzheimer’s unit. They are fully certified under Medicaid and Medicare, specializing in short-term rehab and outpatient services post-discharge. The facility boasts a well-structured therapy program, including restorative care, safety, stroke recovery, and more.

They also provide nursing services like diabetes and dialysis management, hospice and palliative care, IV therapy, and catheter care. In addition, residents can benefit from in-house physician visits, engaging daily activities, and services like in-house beauty and barber care, along with meals meticulously planned by a registered dietitian.

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Overview of Claiborne County Senior Care

Conveniently situated near Natchez Trace in Port Gibson, MS, Claiborne County Senior Care is an exceptional nursing home that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Memory care is also provided for those with memory loss to improve their cognition. With round-the-clock care, residents do not have to worry about their complex healthcare needs and daily living activities.

Stimulating activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents’ recreation and wellness. Residents also enjoy delightful and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With Medicare and Medicaid, the community strives to ease residents’ financial burdens. This nursing home is a good option for those needing comprehensive care to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Trinity Healthcare Center

Trinity Healthcare Center is a highly recognized nursing home in Columbus, MS, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch care for their unique needs around the clock. Memory care and palliative care are also offered, striving to enhance residents’ cognition and ease their discomfort.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, a variety of social events and fitness programs are conducted. With nutritious meal plans, residents do not have to worry about their meals and experience a satisfactory dining that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Proving its high-standard of care, this nursing home was recognized as one of the best nursing homes in Columbus by U.S. News and World Report.

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Overview of Greenbriar Nursing Center

Greenbriar Nursing Center’s overarching Mission revolves around enhancing the lives of seniors within a warm and homely community, prioritizing respect for personal choices, health promotion, social connections, and independence. Located in Biloxi, Mississippi, this assisted living community is a skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term skilled rehabilitation.
Whether seeking transitional care as a bridge from hospital to home or an extended stay with ongoing support, Greenbriar Nursing Center extends a helping hand to senior residents, ensuring a seamless journey to enhance their well-being. The dedicated staff at Greenbriar Nursing Facility is devoted to delivering exceptional care, operating with a collaborative team of committed professionals from various disciplines.

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Overview of The Nichols Center

Live to your potential at The Nichols Center, a distinct nursing home in Madison, MS, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive the right care for their unique needs around the clock. Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences.

Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted based on their interests. Well-balanced dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This nursing home is ideal for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Bedford Care Center – Monroe Hall

Bedford Care Center Monroe Hall, is a skilled nursing center located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is recognized as a 2018 recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award for its commitment to quality care. This assisted living community takes pride in its Respiratory Care Program, led by specialized therapists, as well as a Wound Care Program directed by a certified nurse. Moreover, the center has partnered with Pearl River Community College School of Nursing, offering an on-site Dedicated Educational Unit.

With outdoor patio areas, beautifully landscaped yards, and wheelchair-accessible flower gardens, senior residents can enjoy the natural surroundings. The center features a stunning dining room that opens onto a covered patio, a spacious activity room with a grand piano, and a cozy family room with a fireplace. Additional amenities include on-site rehabilitation therapy services, a beauty shop, and a transportation van. At Bedford Care Center Monroe Hall, residents receive exceptional care in a comfortable environment. With a commitment to improving lives, the center’s numerous amenities and specialized programs ensure that residents’ needs are met with utmost professionalism and compassion.

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Overview of Community Place

Community Place offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. Focusing on post-acute skilled nursing, the home creates a vibrant atmosphere for seniors to maintain their independence and individuality. The environment heeds compassion and kindness for each senior. 

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Mississippi

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Mississippi?

Assisted living in Mississippi is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Mississippi Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Mississippi Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 119 nursing homes in Mississippi. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Mississippi?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Mississippi, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Mississippi?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.