nursing home in Florence, MS
Briar Hill Rest Home
1201 Gunter Road, Florence, MS 39073 · (601) 939-6371
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Briar Hill Rest Home at a glance
Briar Hill Rest Home is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Florence, Mississippi (Rankin County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 22, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,788.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.9% 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
- Briar Hill Management
- Medicare-certified since
- September 5, 2003
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Rankin County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255303
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 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) | 4.32 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.74 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| 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) | 3.65 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.9% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 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) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,788 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 54 | 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) | 4.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.1% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.7% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.8% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.4% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.7% | 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) | 19.3% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 32% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 80.6% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 22, 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 March 2, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Standard | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0575 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| April 9, 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 April 30, 2025 |
| August 15, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| January 19, 2023 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 February 15, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,788 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2025 | Fine | $8,788 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.H.R.H. HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2003 |
| BRIAR HILL MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| BURLISON, SANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| BURNS, SHARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2008 |
| ESTES, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2008 |
| GREEN, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2010 |
| KING, CURTIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2016 |
| MUHA, ASHLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2010 |
| OMNICARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2017 |
| PHILIPPE, LYNN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| ROTOLO, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| ROTOLO, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| RUBERTINO, FROSINI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2017 |
| SIMS, SHANIKA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2026 |
| WHITE, DEBORAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2014 |
| WHITLOW, CARRIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2022 |
| WINFIELD, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2026 |
| PHILIPPE, LYNN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| ROTOLO, DAVID Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| ROTOLO, ROBERT Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| BRIAR HILL MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2003 |
| BURLISON, SANDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2019 |
| BURNS, SHARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2008 |
| GREEN, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2010 |
| KING, CURTIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2016 |
| MUHA, ASHLEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2010 |
| ROTOLO, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| ROTOLO, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/17/2002 |
| SIMS, SHANIKA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/18/2026 |
| WHITE, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2014 |
| WHITLOW, CARRIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2022 |
| WINFIELD, AMANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Briar Hill Rest Home's rating?
Briar Hill Rest Home has 2 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 Briar Hill Rest Home 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 Briar Hill Rest Home 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 Briar Hill Rest Home?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Briar Hill Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Briar Hill Rest Home and how do I contact it?
Briar Hill Rest Home is at 1201 Gunter Road, Florence, MS 39073. Phone: (601) 939-6371.
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.