Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
Nursing Home · Hattiesburg, MS
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Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg

Nursing Home · Hattiesburg, MS
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is a skilled-nursing center located in Hattiesburg, MS. It offers long-term and short-term skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and memory care. The facility features updated common areas, a gazebo, and a dining room with a baby grand piano.
(601) 264-3709

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 95.3% Above MS avg.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 76.7% Above MS avg.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 22.3% Above MS avg.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 7.8% Below MS avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Mississippi state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 14th out of 100 homes in Mississippi.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 25m per day
Rank #14 / 100Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 100 homes in Mississippi.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Mississippi average, with a ranking across 100 Mississippi SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Mississippi avg (4h 20m per day)
vs Mississippi avg
+25%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 46m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
146 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

42% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M
Profit
$17.0K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M Rank #54 / 101Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 101 homes in Mississippi.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Mississippi SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$17.0K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #71 / 101Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 101 homes in Mississippi.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Mississippi average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$3.8M
43.5% of revenue Rank #88 / 101Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 101 homes in Mississippi.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Mississippi average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $8.7M
Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
71%
Rank #17 / 101Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 101 homes in Mississippi.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Mississippi average, with its statewide rank out of 101. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Lower than the Mississippi average: 82.3%
Occupied beds
86 / 120
Average residents per home in Mississippi 74 per day

Awards

Awards2017 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home Facilities
CountyForrest
CMS Certification Number255149
Accreditations2017 recipient of the Silver – Achievement in Quality Award

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is administrated by Lisa Fairchild.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

Updated Common Areas
Gazebo
Raised Flower Gardens
Manicured Lawns
Enclosed Courtyard
Large Dining Room
Baby Grand Piano
Fireplace
Rehabilitation Unit
Therapy Rooms
Specific ProgramsCare Services, Clinical Team, Bedford Care Life, Resident Dining, It's Never Too Late!

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Mississippi average 4.4


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations
5 Rank #4 / 103Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 103 homes in Mississippi.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Mississippi state average, with a ranking across all 103 MS SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Mississippi average 16.9

Citations per inspection
1.67 Rank #3 / 103Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 103 homes in Mississippi.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Mississippi mean across 103 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Mississippi average 3.83


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.1

0 critical citations More info Mississippi average: 1

0 serious citations More info Mississippi average: 1.1

5 moderate citations More info Mississippi average: 14.6

0 minor citations More info Mississippi average: 0.3
Citations history (last 5 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 20, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Mississippi

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
MS

Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Meals ($6/meal)

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

MS NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Mississippi resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
MS

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS

Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Respite Transportation within AL facility

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

Age 16+ (65+ for seniors)
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS

Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~200 hours/year) Home mods Assistive tech Transition services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MS

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

Age 60+
General Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
MS

10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.

Benefits
Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep) Respite (~2 days/year) Transportation Meals

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MS

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 7.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hattiesburg's city center to Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 137
Employees 52
Contractors 85
Staff to resident ratio 2.69:1
59% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average ratio: 1.69:1

Avg staff/day 33
Average shift 8.4 hours
5% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 25,281

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 69
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

26.2%

6,624 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 39 Licensed Practical Nurse: 19 Registered Nurse: 8 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Certified Nursing Assistant30396912,68591100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse1319326,20691100%10
Registered Nurse58132,39991100%10.1
Dietitian1016466673%9.8
Administrator1015466066%9.1
Qualified Social Worker0555316673%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist0114335864%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224176268%6.5
Physical Therapy Aide0444165965%6.7
Nurse Practitioner2024025055%8
Feeding Assistant0113065156%6
Physical Therapy Assistant0221783235%5.6
Medical Director022561314%4
Occupational Therapy Aide0114367%7.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111833%6
69 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
32 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 64%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 68%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 65%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 55%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 56%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 35%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 7%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 51
Medicare
8
15.7% of residents
Medicaid
32
62.7% of residents
Private pay or other
11
21.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 17.4
41% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 12.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 35.6
60% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 22.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 27.5%
30% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 47.1%
92% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 24.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 32.0%
49% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.6%
49% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.4%
52% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 7.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
56% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.4%
20% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 14.6%
841% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 39.3%
85% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 97.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.6%
11% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 87.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
18% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 84.6%

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 $22K
44% lower than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: $39K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
340% more payment denials than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $22K
Mississippi average $39K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 8, 2023
$22K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Dec 8, 2023
13 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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

4 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Bedford Care Center – Monroe Hall
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).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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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).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg

What is the occupancy rate at Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg's occupancy is 71%.

Who is the administrator of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?

Lisa Fairchild is the administrator of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg.

How many beds does Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg have?

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg has 120 beds.

Are there photos of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is located at 10 Medical Boulevard.

What is the phone number of Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?

(601) 264-3709 will put you in contact with the team at Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg.

What county is Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg located in?

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is in Forrest County.

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