nursing home in Hattiesburg, MS
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
10 Medical Boulevard, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · (601) 264-3709
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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 Hattiesburg at a glance
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi (Forrest County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 53.7% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Bedford Care Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Forrest County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255158
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 3.89 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.43 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.7% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.6% | 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) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 21 | 61.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 91 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 75.7% | 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) | 2.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.8% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.8% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.6% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.1% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.1% | 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) | 16.7% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.3% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 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) | 2.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 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 April 13, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 April 13, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | 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 April 13, 2026 |
| October 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 24, 2024 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 November 21, 2024 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 16, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
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% | 10/26/2001 |
| 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% | 04/02/2025 |
| 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 |
| FAIRCHILD, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2025 |
| GILBERT, HEATHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| HATTIESBURG MEDICAL PARK MANAGEMENT CORP. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/18/2025 |
| 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 | 01/27/2025 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| 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 | 04/02/2025 |
| ROBBINS, TAMBARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2006 |
| RYALS, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2021 |
| BEVON, JACK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, SONYA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, JACK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, NICOLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, SONYA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, NICOLE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| MCELROY, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2001 |
| BEVON, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2005 |
| FAIRCHILD, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2021 |
| HATTIESBURG MEDICAL PARK MANAGEMENT CORP. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| GILBERT, HEATHER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
Other nursing homes near Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
- ★★★★★4Above average
Bedford Care Ctr-Monroe Hall
300 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · 1.7 mi
For-profit · 80 beds · Part of Bedford Care Centers
★★★★★4Above averageMerit Health Wesley
5001 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 · 2 mi
For-profit · 25 beds
- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageWindham House of Hattiesburg
37 Hillcrest Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 · 2.4 mi
For-profit · 60 beds · Part of The Beebe Family
- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageForrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
6051 US Highway 49 South, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · 2.5 mi
Government · 30 beds
- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageHattiesburg Health & Rehab Center
514 Bay Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · 2.7 mi
For-profit · 164 beds
★★★★★3Average
Frequently asked questions
What is Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg's rating?
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg has 3 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg?
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 Hattiesburg and how do I contact it?
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is at 10 Medical Boulevard, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. Phone: (601) 264-3709.
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.