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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.

Facility Direct Line (601) 581-8450
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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

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. 1h 33m per day ▲ 145% 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. 19m per day ▼ 71% 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 51m per day ▲ 15% 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. 3h 53m per day ▲ 10% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m 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. 1h 3m per day ▲ 186% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #112 / 265Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 112th out of 265 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 6 / 100 Rank #263 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 263rd out of 319 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
90%
Rank #44 / 107Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 107 homes in Mississippi for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Mississippi average, with its Statewide rank out of 107. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Higher than the Mississippi average: 82.3%
Occupied beds
63 / 70
Average occupied beds in Mississippi homes 74 beds

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 24 deficiencies

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. 1 Better Metrics better than Mississippi average:
• Total deficiencies (47% 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. 2445 This facility has 47% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (24 vs. MS avg 45).↓ 47% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The June 16, 2025 desk review confirmed the facility was in compliance with Minimum Standards and Medicare/Medicaid requirements, recommending placement back in compliance effective June 10, 2025.
  • The April 24, 2025 annual survey cited three deficiencies for failing to protect resident privacy, assess and consent for bedrail use, and maintain bedrails safely, affecting 40 residents.
  • The January 2, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated a violation of resident dignity when a CNA refused requested care, resulting in staff resignation and required staff in-service training.
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Quality of care over time

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

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.76
13% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.44

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.44
15% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.88

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

This home is administered by Judd Nance.

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Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to James T Champion Nursing Facility's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).
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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.
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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
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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.

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