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James T Champion Nursing Facility
Nursing Home, Adult Day Care & Memory Care · Meridian, MS
James T Champion Nursing Facility

James T Champion Nursing Facility

Nursing Home, Adult Day Care & Memory Care · Meridian, MS
1455 N Lakeland Dr, Meridian, MS 39307 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
James T Champion Nursing Facility accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of James T Champion Nursing Facility

Offering nursing care and rehabilitation services, James T Champion Nursing Facility is a nursing home operated by Diana S. Mikula in Meridian, Mississippi. With 63 older adults in residence, the community currently maintains 90% occupancy. Its location on North Lakeland Drive is also car-dependent, as reflected in its Walk Score of 6, suggesting that vehicles are necessary to access amenities nearby.

To meet residents’ ongoing care needs, the community has a staffing model that consists of registered nurses, nursing aides, and licensed practical nurses. Additionally, an average of 1 hour and 33 minutes of registered nurse care is provided per resident each day, while nursing aides contribute 2 hours and 51 minutes. Licensed practical nurses also provide an additional 19 minutes.

For over seven years, the Mississippi Department of Health’s inspections reflect the community’s efforts to maintain quality care and regulatory compliance. Furthermore, concerns related to resident privacy, safety practices, bedrail assessments, consent procedures, and staff education were addressed with continued attention to resident dignity, safety, and care standards.

To know more about James T Champion Nursing Facility’s accommodations, dining services, and daily programming, it would be beneficial for families to schedule a tour and discuss care plans with the team.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 70 Rank #68 / 132Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 132 homes we track in Mississippi for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #118 / 126Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 118th out of 126 homes we track in Mississippi for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Mississippi facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
6 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #45 / 105Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 105 homes we track in Mississippi for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Mississippi average, with its Statewide rank out of 105. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
90% This home usually has limited availability
Similar to the Mississippi average: 85.9%
Occupied beds
63 / 70

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyLauderdale

Ownership & Operating Entity

James T Champion Nursing Facility is legally operated by Diana S. Mikula, and administered by Judd Nance.

Ownership TypePublic

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Inspection History

In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 24 deficiencies 17 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Mississippi state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Mississippi state average
Overall vs. MS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Mississippi average:
• Total deficiencies (31% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMS Averagevs. MS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2435 This facility has 31% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (24 vs. MS avg 35).↓ 31% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.43.15 This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Mississippi nursing home (1.4 vs. MS avg 3.15).↓ 56% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMS Averagevs. MS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1715 This facility has had 13% more total inspections than the Mississippi average (17 vs. MS avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 13% more
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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 Table NH (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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
North Pointe Health Rehabilitation Services ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
MC
Meridian
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MS AVG 85.9%
Rank #45 / 105
+5%
6.26
Facility 6.26
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #5 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +6%+35%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
8
Facility 8
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #10 / 114
2.7
Facility 2.7
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #18 / 114
-54-
13
Facility 13
MS AVG 39
Rank #109 / 126
-
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #59 / 111
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #74 / 111
43.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #88 / 111
255340
Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Meridian
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
MS AVG 85.9%
Rank #31 / 105
+7%
5.41
Facility 5.41
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #22 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +32%+17%
$4.5k
Facility $4.5k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #53 / 118
14
Facility 14
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #27 / 114
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #51 / 114
-55-
37
Facility 37
MS AVG 39
Rank #77 / 126
Ashley Thomas
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #73 / 111
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #99 / 111
39.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #101 / 111
255348
Poplar Springs Nursing Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 87
Rank #59 / 132
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5.64
Facility 5.64
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #15 / 117
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ +20%+22%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #74 / 114
3.3
Facility 3.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #32 / 114
-17--Shelley Hale
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #45 / 111
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #41 / 111
50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #38 / 111
255315
Diversicare of Meridian ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Meridian
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 87
Rank #16 / 132
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
MS AVG 85.9%
Rank #73 / 105
-3%
4.13
Facility 4.13
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #90 / 117
 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +33%-11%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #79 / 118
22
Facility 22
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #69 / 114
3.1
Facility 3.1
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #57 / 114
3100-
42
Facility 42
MS AVG 39
Rank #62 / 126
Diversicare Of Meridian, LLC
$10.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #23 / 111
$4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #42 / 111
40.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 40.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG 48%
Rank #98 / 111
255118

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James T Champion Nursing Facility is located in Meridian, 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 James T Champion Nursing Facility

Who is the owner of James T Champion Nursing Facility?

James T Champion Nursing Facility is legally operated by Diana S. Mikula, and administered by Judd Nance.

Is James T Champion Nursing Facility in a walkable area?

James T Champion Nursing Facility has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at James T Champion Nursing Facility?

James T Champion Nursing Facility's occupancy is 90%.

Are pets allowed at James T Champion Nursing Facility?

No, James T Champion Nursing Facility has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of James T Champion Nursing Facility?

Judd Nance is the administrator of James T Champion Nursing Facility.

How many beds does James T Champion Nursing Facility have?

James T Champion Nursing Facility has 70 beds.

Has James T Champion Nursing Facility had any deficiencies?

James T Champion Nursing Facility has had 24 reported deficiencies according to records from Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH).

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