nursing home in Lucedale, MS
George Regional Health & Rehab Center
859 Winter St, Lucedale, MS 39452 · (601) 947-9101
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
George Regional Health & Rehab Center at a glance
George Regional Health & Rehab Center is a 59-bed government nursing home in Lucedale, Mississippi (George 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 5.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 1, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.6% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 59
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 21, 2011
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- George County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255333
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 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) | 5.20 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.35 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.14 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.6% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 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) | 8 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 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 | 59 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 38 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 64.1% | 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) | 3.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.4% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30.3% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.9% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 15% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.2% | 20.7% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 2.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 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 July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 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 July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 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 July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 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 July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 16, 2026 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 19, 2025 |
| December 20, 2023 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 January 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 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 January 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 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 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 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 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 20, 2023 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE COUNTY HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2011 |
| LANSDOWN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| MASON, ANGIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| LANSDOWN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| LONG TERM CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| MASON, ANGIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is George Regional Health & Rehab Center's rating?
George Regional Health & Rehab Center 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 George Regional Health & Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does George Regional 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 George Regional Health & Rehab Center?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is George Regional Health & Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
George Regional Health & Rehab Center is at 859 Winter St, Lucedale, MS 39452. Phone: (601) 947-9101.
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.