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Our editorial team analyzed 129 nursing homes in MS using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MS
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MS State Dept. of Health (MSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Mississippi average is: 48.0% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MS nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 129 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall is a nursing home with a 60-bed capacity in Mendenhall, NJ, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Residents also receive continuous clinical support with a doctor on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need recovery support.
The center has 60 beds, with residents receiving a total of 4 hours and 26 minutes of nursing care daily. With Robert Martin as the administrator, the community accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to pay for care. Residents can also take part in activities offered at the center.
Edgewood Health & Rehab delivers nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, and short-term respite stays in Byram, Mississippi. Enclosed memory care environments offer structured supervision to protect individuals living with dementia, while temporary respite stays assist primary caregivers requiring short-term relief.
Managing a 119-bed capacity, the facility maintains a 91% occupancy rate under administrator Darren Massey. Daily nurse staffing averages 6 hours and 16 minutes per resident across the campus. Facilities include a dedicated therapy gym for rehabilitation, a salon service, and a certified dietary team that manages specialized menus and food allergies. Outdoor features include an enclosed courtyard equipped with a gazebo and a concrete walking path.
Interested individuals can reach out to Edgewood Health & Rehab to inquire about admission requirements, verify current room availability, and discuss coverage options using Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay.
Gulfport Care Center on Canal Road in Harrison County serves as a hub for nursing, memory, and hospice care. It is a 90-bed facility managed by Gulfport Healthcare, LLC, with Jeff Williams as administrator. Since the surrounding area has a Walk Score of 9, do not expect to walk anywhere; you will definitely need a car for visits or outings.
The facility’s data tells a clear story: with 82% occupancy and an average stay of 83 days, the center is designed primarily for post-acute recovery rather than long-term, indefinite placement. Rooms are available in private or semi-private configurations. On a typical day, residents receive about 4 hours and 40 minutes of nursing care, with 28 minutes of that time coming directly from a registered nurse.
There is a gym and hydrotherapy spa for rehabilitation, and the staff coordinates transportation for medical appointments. Having memory and hospice care integrated into the building is a practical design choice, as it prevents the need for disruptive transfers if a resident’s needs become more complex over time.
Beyond the clinical side, the facility includes landscaped gardens, a beauty salon, and a barbershop. The dining room serves dietitian-approved meals. Daily life is structured around a resident council, community outings, religious services, and a pet-friendly policy.
State inspections tend to highlight administrative processes like medication management, infection control, and resident rights, rather than direct physical care issues.
Because the center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, it functions as a flexible solution for families navigating the transition from medical rehab to specialized long-term support.
Tishomingo Manor is a nursing home, overseen by Tina Stevens, in Iuka, MS, that offers skilled nursing, hospice care, and memory care. The community provides continuous care for those who require it with nursing services. Moreover, comfort-focused care is given to those in end-of-life care. Those living with memory-related conditions also receive specialized care in a supervised setting.
The community has 105 beds and a 95% occupancy rate. Residents also receive a total of 3 hours and 57 minutes of nursing care. Moreover, short-term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need a temporary period of recovery and therapy.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care depending on eligibility and finances. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car-dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride. This also suggests that a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands.
Experience a better quality of life at Adams County Nursing Center, an exceptional nursing home in Natchez, MS, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With a wide range of care, residents can rest assured of receiving the right care for their complex healthcare needs. Residents do not have to worry about their personal needs with dedicated assistance provided around the clock.
Engaging events and fun recreational activities are also conducted, encouraging residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With trusted healthcare professionals and exceptional services, residents will surely thrive in retirement.
Overview of Ocean Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center
Ocean Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Rehabilitation services and comprehensive post acute care support recovery after hospitalization or other acute treatment.
Long term care services support residents who need ongoing care, and the combination of care levels may suit someone whose needs could change over time. The community has 115 beds, with 3 hours and 47 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident per day, representing nursing time distributed across each resident’s day. An 80 out of 100 Walk Score means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently; payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. T. Williams serves as the administrator.
Overview of The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing care in Meridian, MS. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support, while memory care provides specialized services for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.
The community has 82 beds and offers rehabilitation therapy, so residents can receive therapy as part of their care at the facility. Its programs include Comprehensive Post acute Care and long term care Services. Post acute care supports residents during recovery after acute treatment, while long term care services address ongoing care needs.
The combination of skilled nursing and memory care may suit a resident who needs continuing nursing support alongside dementia related supervision. Total nurse staffing is 4h 2m per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time assigned to each resident over a typical day.
The community accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families those payment paths to consider. Rhonda Hale serves as the administrator. An area Walk Score of 54 means it is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently while needing a ride for others.
Overview of Middleton Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
Middleton Oaks Health and Rehabilitation offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Winona, MS. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The memory care offering may be a good fit for someone who needs that structured setting because of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Rehabilitation therapy and comprehensive care after an acute medical event support residents who are recovering, while long term care services address ongoing care needs.
The facility has 120 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall capacity without indicating how care is organized within the home. Total nurse staffing is 3h 49m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted; Medicare is generally relevant to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. S. Matthews serves as the administrator, and Jonathan operates the community. A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation to reach shops, pharmacies, or other destinations.
Overview of Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in McComb, MS. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. The community may be a good fit for someone whose care needs include dementia support and ongoing nursing services.
With 145 beds, the home supports both short term recovery and continuing care. Its comprehensive post acute care and rehabilitation therapy are designed to support recovery after a hospital stay, while long term care serves residents who need ongoing care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident each day, representing the documented daily nursing time available for each resident.
Families can use Medicaid, Medicare, or private pay, depending on eligibility and financial resources. Gary Mize serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 61 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some outings independently.
Overview of Grand Trace Health Care and Rehabilitation
Grand Trace Health Care and Rehabilitation holds four care types on its license in Natchez, MS. Those are long-term care, skilled nursing, memory care, and nursing home care. Licensed nursing is present at all hours, which is what skilled nursing entails. Memory care brings specialized support and supervision for a resident living with dementia.
The first of those four is for somebody whose needs run past a short recovery. Comprehensive Post-acute care is named beside rehabilitation Services, covering the work that follows an injury, an illness, or a stay in the hospital. Ninety-six beds are on the license, and nursing runs to 4 hours and 19 minutes behind every resident, daily.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private funds are accepted payment routes. Medicaid matters where savings will not reach across a long stay, and Medicare pays for short skilled care after a hospital admission rather than for living somewhere permanently.
“Somewhat walkable” is the Walk Score rating, and 64 is the number for it. Angelica Higgins administers the community. The mix of nursing, dementia support, and therapy fits somebody with both dementia and a clinical need, or a resident on the way back from hospital.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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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 129 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.
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Nursing Homes in Mississippi at a glance
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
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