nursing home in Mendenhall, MS
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall
925 West Mangum Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 · (601) 847-1311
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall at a glance
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Mendenhall, Mississippi (Simpson 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 25, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $79,758.
Nursing staff turnover is 61.1% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Bedford Care Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Simpson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255150
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 4.11 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.56 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.75 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.1% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 109.3 | 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) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $79,758 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 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) | 8.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.4% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.1% | 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) | 31.5% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.5% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.7% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 11.1% | 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) | 24.4% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.7% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2026 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 March 21, 2025 |
| August 5, 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| August 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| August 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 12, 2023 |
| December 13, 2023 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 7, 2023 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 12, 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 $75,382 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 17, 2025 | Fine | $40,404 |
| August 5, 2024 | Payment Denial | 11 days from August 30, 2024 |
| August 5, 2024 | Fine | $30,602 |
| December 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,376 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEDFORD HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, NICOLE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 11/01/2001 |
| MICHAEL E. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 13% | 04/25/2025 |
| TRUSTMARK NATIONAL BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2015 |
| BEAN, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2008 |
| BEVON, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| BLACKLEDGE, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2016 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2016 |
| GIBSON, RHONDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/1996 |
| GILBERT, HEATHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2024 |
| HATTIESBURG MEDICAL PARK MANAGEMENT CORP. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| JANET F. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2025 |
| JANET F MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO NICOLE MCELROY BEVON Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MARTIN, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2022 |
| MICHAEL E. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| MICHAEL E MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO NICOLE MCELROY BEVON Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2025 |
| ROBBINS, TAMBARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2006 |
| RYALS, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2006 |
| BEVON, JACK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2021 |
| BEVON, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2022 |
| BEVON, JACK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2021 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, SONYA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2021 |
| JANET F MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO NICOLE MCELROY BEVON Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2025 |
| BEAN, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2008 |
| BEVON, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| BLACKLEDGE, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2016 |
| GIBSON, RHONDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/1996 |
| GILBERT, HEATHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2024 |
| HATTIESBURG MEDICAL PARK MANAGEMENT CORP. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MARTIN, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/08/2022 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall's rating?
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall 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 Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall 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 Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Bedford Care Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall and how do I contact it?
Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall is at 925 West Mangum Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114. Phone: (601) 847-1311.
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.