nursing home in Hattiesburg, MS
Merit Health Wesley
5001 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 · (601) 268-5962
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Merit Health Wesley at a glance
Merit Health Wesley is a 25-bed for-profit nursing home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi (Forrest County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 5.8 hours of nursing care per day (2.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.3% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 25
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- November 17, 1993
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Forrest County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255168
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.83 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.60 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.50 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.89 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 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) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 8 | 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 | 25 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 20 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.8% | 85.7% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 72.8% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.6% | 88.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 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 March 27, 2026 |
| September 4, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 4, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| March 1, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| March 1, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| March 1, 2023 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 March 30, 2023 |
| March 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| QHG OF FORREST COUNTY INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 09/05/2007 |
| QHG OF HATTIESBURG INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 95% | 09/01/1997 |
| CHS COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/05/2007 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/05/2007 |
| HMA-TRI HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2015 |
| NC-DSH LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/12/2014 |
| QHG GEORGIA HOLDINGS, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/12/2014 |
| TENNYSON HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/05/2007 |
| TRIAD HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/05/2007 |
| TRIAD HOLDINGS V LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/05/2007 |
| TRIAD NEVADA HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/12/2014 |
| ABNER, TRISTIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| FRANKLIN, HOWARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| BUFFINGTON-PRICE, EDNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| HAMMONS, KEVIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LALOR, PAULA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2017 |
| PITT, JUSTIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| SUMMAR, NATHANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2017 |
| CASH, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| COBB, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2013 |
| HAMMONS, KEVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JOHNSON, JASON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2020 |
| OTTINGER, ROMAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2020 |
| PITT, JUSTIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2022 |
| ABNER, TRISTIA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2010 |
| FRANKLIN, HOWARD Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/29/2011 |
| SISSON, TRAVIS Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
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★★★★★5Much above average- ★★★★★4Above average
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Frequently asked questions
What is Merit Health Wesley's rating?
Merit Health Wesley has 5 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 Merit Health Wesley receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Merit Health Wesley accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Merit Health Wesley?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Merit Health Wesley and how do I contact it?
Merit Health Wesley is at 5001 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402. Phone: (601) 268-5962.
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.