Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pontotoc, Mississippi
3 of 3 nursing homes in Pontotoc (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Mississippi statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
164
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Pontotoc, Mississippi is strong, with all three facilities recommended and an adequate quality rating. Families can feel confident choosing SUNSHINE HEALTH CARE, INC, which holds a top rating of 5 stars and has no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SUNSHINE HEALTH CARE, INC (90) — Sunshine Health Care, Inc. stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility excels in delivering quality care and maintaining high standards for its 60 residents, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable nursing support.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 PONTOTOC HEALTH & REHAB CENTER (88) — Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center boasts a remarkable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 88/100. With a Grade B+ and zero fines, this for-profit facility offers quality care and a comfortable environment for its 60 residents, ensuring excellent support and services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 PONTOTOC NURSING HOME (73) — Pontotoc Nursing Home, a non-profit facility, provides a community-focused approach with a Trust Score of 73/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. With a Grade B and no fines, it emphasizes compassionate care for its 44 residents, making it a commendable option for families prioritizing both care and community values.
Recommended
Sunshine Health Care, Inc. stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility excels in delivering quality care and maintaining high standards for its 60 residents, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable nursing support.
Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center boasts a remarkable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 88/100. With a Grade B+ and zero fines, this for-profit facility offers quality care and a comfortable environment for its 60 residents, ensuring excellent support and services.
Pontotoc Nursing Home, a non-profit facility, provides a community-focused approach with a Trust Score of 73/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. With a Grade B and no fines, it emphasizes compassionate care for its 44 residents, making it a commendable option for families prioritizing both care and community values.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pontotoc Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Pontotoc Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Pontotoc's city average is 4.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Pontotoc facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pontotoc avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pontotoc facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Pontotoc, MS are recommended?
3 of 3 nursing homes in Pontotoc (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pontotoc "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Pontotoc?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.