nursing home in Pontotoc, MS
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center
278 West Eighth Street, Pontotoc, MS 38863 · (662) 489-6411
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center at a glance
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Pontotoc, Mississippi (Pontotoc 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 3, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.6% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Advanced Health Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- January 2, 2001
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pontotoc County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255270
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.13 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.42 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.34 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.6% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 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) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 13 | 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 | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 50 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.7% | 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) | 4.5% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 8.2% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| 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) | 21.2% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 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) | 22.2% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.5% | 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) | 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 flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 3, 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 January 6, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2026 |
| December 3, 2025 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 January 6, 2026 |
| July 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 2, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 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 August 23, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 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 August 23, 2024 |
| July 25, 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 August 23, 2024 |
| June 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADVANCED HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/03/2003 |
| HUBBARD, GENE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 50% | 09/03/2003 |
| GRIFFIN, TROY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2003 |
| HUBBARD, GENE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2003 |
| STEPHENS, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/07/2002 |
| GRIFFIN, TROY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2003 |
| HUBBARD, GENE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center's rating?
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center 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 Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pontotoc Health & Rehab 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 Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Advanced Health Care Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center is at 278 West Eighth Street, Pontotoc, MS 38863. Phone: (662) 489-6411.
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.