nursing home in Meridian, MS
Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC
6615 Poplar Springs Dr, Meridian, MS 39305 · (601) 483-5256
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
Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC at a glance
Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC is a 89-bed for-profit nursing home in Meridian, Mississippi (Lauderdale 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 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 24, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.8% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 89
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Trend Consultants
- Medicare-certified since
- August 10, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lauderdale County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255315
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) | 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) | 4.47 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.60 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.70 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.8% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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 | 89 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 80 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.9% | 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) | 2.5% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.4% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 37.3% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 29.5% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 39.5% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.6% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 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 August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| July 24, 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 August 21, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 April 30, 2025 |
| August 29, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 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 September 25, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 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 September 25, 2024 |
| August 29, 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 29, 2024 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 September 25, 2024 |
| August 29, 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 September 25, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Complaint | 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 21, 2024 |
| June 4, 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 March 26, 2024 |
| March 16, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 19, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2023 |
| March 16, 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 April 19, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FULCHER, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/17/2025 |
| KELLY, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
| LAND, FRANKLIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/10/2018 |
| TREND CONSULTANTS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2024 |
| WARNOCK, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| WARNOCK, LORI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| KELLY, CHARLES Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2004 |
| KELLY, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
| LAND, FRANKLIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/1999 |
| TREND CONSULTANTS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC's rating?
Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC 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 Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC 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 Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Trend Consultants. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC and how do I contact it?
Poplar Springs Nursing Ctr, LLC is at 6615 Poplar Springs Dr, Meridian, MS 39305. Phone: (601) 483-5256.
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.