Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hattiesburg, MS
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Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hattiesburg, MS
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Overview of Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit

In Hattiesburg, Mississippi, the Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is an assisted living community with specialized memory care services. Offering different levels of care, the community is renowned for its inpatient rehabilitation services, expertly provided by Forrest General Hospital’s Rehabilitation Center. Forrest General’s Rehab Center holds accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehab Facilities, demonstrating its dedication to the general adult population and serving as a stroke specialty unit.

Senior patients benefit from a wide array of services, including rehabilitation nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, behavioral modifications, support groups, and more. Residents also receive personalized care and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, along with its Rehabilitation Center, provides seniors with the resources and expertise to enhance their well-being and quality of life.

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.
▲ 92.7% Above MS avg. ▲ 92.7% Above MS avg.MS average: 2.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 81.5% Above MS avg. ▲ 81.5% Above MS avg.MS average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 41.9% Above MS avg. ▲ 41.9% Above MS avg.MS average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 139.8% Above MS avg. ▲ 139.8% Above MS avg.MS average: 2.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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 1st out of 117 homes in Mississippi for nurse hours. 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.
8h 39m per day
Rank #1 / 117Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 117 homes in Mississippi. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Mississippi average, with a ranking across 117 Mississippi facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Mississippi avg (4h 38m per day)
vs Mississippi avg
+87%

0 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +1269% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 3h 59m per day ▲ 529% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 40m per day ▲ 55% State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 54m per day ▲ 17% State avg: 2h 29m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing 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. 7h 13m per day ▲ 105% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 27m per day ▲ 1269% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 2h 45m per day ▲ 650% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Bed community size
29-bed community Rank #219 / 267Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 219th out of 267 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #19 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 319 homes in Mississippi. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Mississippi facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 163
Employees 159
Contractors 4
Staff to resident ratio 5.82 : 1
257% more staff per resident than Mississippi average
Mississippi average ratio: 1.63 : 1 Mississippi average ratio: 1.63 : 1See full Mississippi ranking
Avg staff/day 44
Average shift 7.9 hours
0% compared with Mississippi average
Mississippi average: 8 hours Mississippi average shift: 8 hoursSee full Mississippi ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 31,958

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 29 total: 27 full-time employees and 2 contractors. 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 11 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 22 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.6%

200 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse272297,61492100%9.9
Certified Nursing Assistant220227,28892100%9.5
Licensed Practical Nurse110114,20092100%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4042,0536470%8.4
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,7149199%9.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician100101,1448693%6.2
Speech Language Pathologist4041,1407784%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0256672%8
Physical Therapy Assistant7078928795%7
Physical Therapy Aide3038207076%7.1
Administrator1015046368%8
Medical Director1015046368%8
Other Physician1015046368%8
Feeding Assistant1014886166%8
Dietitian1014796065%8
Qualified Activities Professional4404444392100%1.3
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist3034106773%6.1
Nurse Practitioner1013163942%8.1
Occupational Therapy Aide4262115863%3.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant4041508693%1.5
Qualified Social Worker303603639%1.6
Other Activities Staff101222%1
29 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
22 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 93%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 84%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 72%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 95%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 76%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 68%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 68%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
44 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
3 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 42%
6 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 63%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 93%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 39%
1 Other Activities Staff
% of Days 2%

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 67.0%
24% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 87.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
73% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 68.3%
19% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 84.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 18.8%
33% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 27.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.0%
61% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 15.3%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.3%
62% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 62.0%
15% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 66.6%
32% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 50.6%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 28
Medicare
28
100% of residents

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: High-rise

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hattiesburg's city center to Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.15 miles to nearest hospital (Hattiesburg Clinic Hospital Care Service)

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

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

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
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AL
MC
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29
Facility 29
MS AVG 70
Rank #219 / 267
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8.64
Facility 8.64
MS AVG 4.63
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+89%+87%
$0
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3
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1.0
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MS AVG 3.8
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67
Facility 67
MS AVG 33
Rank #19 / 319
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Bedford Care Center of Petal
NH
AL
Petal
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #18 / 121
+15%
5.42
Facility 5.42
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #18 / 117
-7%+17%
$22.2k
Facility $22.2k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #88 / 121
5
Facility 5
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #5 / 120
1.7
Facility 1.7
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #4 / 120
-55-
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 33
Rank #188 / 319
Bedford Health Properties, LLC
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #62 / 113
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #78 / 113
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #78 / 113
255149
Windham House of Hattiesburg
NH
HC
MC
PC
Hattiesburg
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
74.8%
Facility 74.8%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #97 / 121
-9%
4.25
Facility 4.25
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #62 / 117
+50%-8%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
12
Facility 12
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #33 / 120
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 120
-55-
5
Facility 5
MS AVG 33
Rank #270 / 319
Fallon Deffes
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #104 / 113
$3.3M
Facility $3.3M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #67 / 113
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #5 / 113
255265
Hattiesburg Health & Rehab
NH
MC
Hattiesburg (Bay Street)
184
Facility 184
MS AVG 70
Rank #2 / 267
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #82 / 121
-4%
4.79
Facility 4.79
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #38 / 117
-19%+3%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #57 / 121
14
Facility 14
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #43 / 120
3.5
Facility 3.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #48 / 120
1143-
57
Facility 57
MS AVG 33
Rank #43 / 319
Mohp, LLC
$15.1M
Facility $15.1M
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$8.6M
Facility $8.6M
MS AVG $3.5M
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56.9%
Facility 56.9%
MS AVG 37.9%
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255321
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
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AL
Hattiesburg (Medical Boulevard)
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #68 / 267
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #54 / 121
+7%
4.53
Facility 4.53
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #57 / 117
-23%-2%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
9
Facility 9
MS AVG 16.9
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3.0
Facility 3.0
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-87-
54
Facility 54
MS AVG 33
Rank #61 / 319
Lisa Fairchild
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
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$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
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46.4%
Facility 46.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #46 / 113
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Mississippi

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit

What neighborhood is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit in?

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is in the Parkhaven neighborhood.

Is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit in a walkable area?

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit a government-operated facility?

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is a government-operated nursing facility.

Are there photos of Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?

Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is located at 6051 Us 49, Hattiesburg, MS 39401.

What is the phone number of Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit?

(601) 288-3873 will put you in contact with the team at Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.

Is Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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