nursing home in Ackerman, MS
Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
311 West Cherry Street, Ackerman, MS 39735 · (662) 285-3257
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 60-bed government nursing home in Ackerman, Mississippi (Choctaw County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 30, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $12,472.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 19, 2018
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Choctaw County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255347
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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 |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 55 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $12,472 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 53 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.5% | 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) | 3.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.8% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31.5% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.9% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.6% | 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) | 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) | 25.3% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.1% | 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) | 7.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.5% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 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 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 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 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 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 July 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 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 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 2026 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 July 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 2026 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 July 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2026 |
| June 30, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2026 |
| March 18, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2025 |
| March 18, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2025 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| January 11, 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 February 13, 2023 |
| January 11, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $12,472 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $4,194 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOCTAW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/01/2014 |
| MARINELLI, STEVE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| MARINELLI, STEVE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| MARINELLI, STEVE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2015 |
| TRILOGY HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 1 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 Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Choctaw Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 311 West Cherry Street, Ackerman, MS 39735. Phone: (662) 285-3257.
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.