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Nursing Home in Lauderdale County
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
Nursing Home in Lauderdale County
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
Poplar Springs Nursing Center is an outstanding nursing home in Meridian, MS, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive the highest quality of care for their healthcare needs around the clock. The community also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease residents’ financial burdens.
Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Social events, celebrations, and a variety of recreational opportunities are also conducted to brighten residents’ moods and prevent isolation. Here, residents can reach their potential, accompanied by its wide range of services and nurturing environment.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
89
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
19.1%
Residents per day
17
Occupancy rate
19.1%
Residents per day
17
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Private pay
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Medicaid
26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$9.5M
Operating loss
-$192.9K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$9.5M
Operating loss
-$192.9K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$9.7M
89-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
21 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 0 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Mississippi averageOccupied beds
17 / 89
Average residents
74 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home Facility
CountyLauderdale
CMS Certification Number255315
Poplar Springs Nursing Center is administrated by Frank Land.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Brad Baker, Administrator
Offers Alzheimer's Care
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Types of Care at Poplar Springs Nursing Center
Nursing Home
Memory Care
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
33 visits/inspections
29 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
7 routine inspections
6 life safety inspections
Results
15 with issues
18 without issues
Show Inspection Reports
Latest inspection
Date
July 24, 2025
Routine60 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Mississippi average: 45 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
6
Mississippi average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Total health citations
20
Mississippi average 16.9
Citations per inspection
3.33
Mississippi average 3.83
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
20 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jul 24, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jul 24, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jul 24, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jul 24, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jul 24, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Lauderdale County The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
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Poplar Springs Nursing Center
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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).
Meridian
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$9.5M
$3.9M
41.1%
255315
Private Rooms
Queen City Nursing Center
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).
Meridian
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Reginald P. White Nursing Facility
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).
Meridian
70
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Diana S. Mikula
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
116
Employees
103
Contractors
13
Staff to resident ratio
1.32:1
22% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average ratio: 1.69:1
Avg staff/day
52
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
36,634
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
21
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
61
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
8.9%
3,262 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 61 | 0 | 61 | 20,043 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,690 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,229 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,565 | 78 | 86% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 947 | 68 | 75% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 705 | 66 | 73% | 10.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 642 | 77 | 85% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 499 | 59 | 65% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 61 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 387 | 66 | 73% | 5.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 387 | 49 | 54% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 374 | 48 | 53% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 80 | 10 | 11% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 18 | 20% | 1.4 |
61 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
86%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
75%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
85%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
65%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
67%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
73%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
54%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
53%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
11%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
20%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
88 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (3.4%)
Medicaid
67 residents (76.1%)
Private pay or other
18 residents (20.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
17.5
41% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 12.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
30.1
35% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 22.3
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
32.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
32.5%
54% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
36.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
36.1%
47% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 24.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.8%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.7%
16% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
5% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 7.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.7%
119% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.3%
33% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.2%
40% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.0%
32% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 21.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 95.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
In line with Mississippi averageMississippi average: 97.0%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.60
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.60
48% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.97
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.97
38% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.88
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
74.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
74.0%
16% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 87.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
8.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
8.7%
249% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
64.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
64.0%
24% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 84.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
36.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
36.6%
31% worse than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 27.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.9%
22% better than Mississippi averageMississippi average: 15.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Poplar Springs Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.8%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$192.9K
↓ ~$319.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5.1M
↑ ~$315.7K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-2.0%
↓ 3.5pp vs 2022
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