nursing home in Tupelo, MS
Tupelo Community Care Center
1901 Briar Ridge Road, Tupelo, MS 38804 · (662) 844-0675
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Tupelo Community Care Center at a glance
Tupelo Community Care Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Tupelo, Mississippi (Lee County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 5 times in the past three years, totaling $61,998.
Nursing staff turnover is 60.8% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Commcare Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255136
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.86 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.72 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60.8% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 95 | 61.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $61,998 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 108 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.3% | 85.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 36.8% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.3% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.4% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.1% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 6.3% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.8% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2026 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 29, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| February 18, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| September 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| September 11, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 19, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $51,656 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 | Fine | $12,438 |
| February 18, 2025 | Payment Denial | 4 days from March 13, 2025 |
| February 18, 2025 | Fine | $34,047 |
| September 11, 2024 | Fine | $5,171 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MISSISSIPPI COMMCARE CORPORATION A NONPROFIT CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2025 |
| COMMCARE CORPORATION Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2025 |
| ALBERT, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| COMMCARE MANAGEMENT CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| DAVIS, STACY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| FIRST HORIZON CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| GARDNER, GEORGE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| GAUTHIER, REBECCA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HUDSON, MARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| LUNDBERG, ALEC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MISSISSIPPI COMMCARE CORPORATION A NONPROFIT CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MITCHELL, ALICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MONTGOMERY, MARGARET Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| TUCKER, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| BIRDSONG, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| FORD, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MANGUN, GAROLD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| PLAISANCE, WAYNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HARVEY PSARELLIS, DAWN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| PRECHTER, PATRICIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HARVEY PSARELLIS, DAWN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2026 |
| ALBERT, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| BIRDSONG, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| COMMCARE CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| COMMCARE MANAGEMENT CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| DAVIS, STACY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| FORD, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| GARDNER, GEORGE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| GAUTHIER, REBECCA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HUDSON, MARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| LUNDBERG, ALEC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MANGUN, GAROLD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MISSISSIPPI COMMCARE CORPORATION A NONPROFIT CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MITCHELL, ALICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MONTGOMERY, MARGARET Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| PLAISANCE, WAYNE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| PRECHTER, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tupelo Community Care Center's rating?
Tupelo Community Care Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Mississippi nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Tupelo Community Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Tupelo Community Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Tupelo Community Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Commcare Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Tupelo Community Care Center and how do I contact it?
Tupelo Community Care Center is at 1901 Briar Ridge Road, Tupelo, MS 38804. Phone: (662) 844-0675.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.