nursing home in Meridian, MS
Reginald P White Nursing Facility
1451 North Lakeland Drive, Meridian, MS 39307 · (601) 581-8500
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Reginald P White Nursing Facility at a glance
Reginald P White Nursing Facility is a 70-bed government 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 7 hours of nursing care per day (1.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 29, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $10,364.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.4% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 31, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Lauderdale County
- CMS Certification Number
- 25A123
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 7.04 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.83 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.15 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.49 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.4% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.1% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
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) | 47 | 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) | $10,364 | $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 | 70 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 63 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90% | 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) | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 52.6% | 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) | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.1% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.7% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.8% | 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) | 13.9% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.1% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70.3% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| October 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 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 July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 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 July 11, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| February 12, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| February 12, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| January 11, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2024 |
| October 20, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 20, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 20, 2022 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
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 $5,182 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Fine | $5,182 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Reginald P White Nursing Facility's rating?
Reginald P White Nursing Facility 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 Reginald P White Nursing Facility 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 Reginald P White Nursing Facility accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Reginald P White Nursing Facility?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Reginald P White Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
Reginald P White Nursing Facility is at 1451 North Lakeland Drive, Meridian, MS 39307. Phone: (601) 581-8500.
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.