CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Choctaw Residential Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about its operations. It ranks #103 out of 200 nursing homes in Mississippi, placing it in the bottom half of facilities in the state, and #2 out of 3 in Neshoba County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility's situation is worsening, with issues increasing from 9 in 2023 to 10 in 2025. Staffing is a notable concern due to an 85% turnover rate, well above the state average of 47%, which can negatively impact the quality of care. Specific incidents include failing to address resident grievances about missing clothing and the noisy environment, not implementing a necessary care plan for a resident's personal care, and providing an unsafe and unclean living environment, with visible damage and neglect in resident rooms. Overall, while some aspects like average RN coverage may be acceptable, the numerous deficiencies highlight serious weaknesses that families should consider.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Mississippi
- #103/200
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 85% turnover. Very high, 37 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $21,165 in fines. Higher than 86% of Mississippi facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 25 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Mississippi. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 21 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below Mississippi average (2.6)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
39pts above Mississippi avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
37 points above Mississippi average of 48%
The Ugly 21 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
10 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide a safe, clean homelike environment for Residents #6, #11, and #60. This wa...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure li...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a resident dependent on staff for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) receive...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0679
(Tag F0679)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide activities that met the interest of the residents for three (3) of 25 sampled resident...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure hand rolls were applied for a resident with finger contractures for one (1...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interviews, record reviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to obtain a stop date for as-needed (...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, resident and staff interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to maintain ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a medication cart was locked and secured for one (1) of four (4) survey days.
Findings Include:
Revie...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0565
(Tag F0565)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to resolve a resident grievance in a timely manner related to missing clothing, activities, and n...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive care plan for nail care, oral hygiene, and hand rolls fo...
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Aug 2023
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff and resident interview, record review and facility policy review the facility failed to assist a resident with hi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to notify the Physician or the Nurse Pr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #93
During this resident council meeting on 8/22/23 at 2:00 PM, Resident #93 revealed that he had complained about the ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interviews and facility policy review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to implement a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff and resident interview, record review and facility policy review the facility failed to provide inco...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy the facility failed to ensure a resident with limited range of motion received appropriate treatment and services to increase ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy the facility failed to follow a physician order for a resident who was prescribed fluid restriction for one (1) o...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a written notification of transfer to the hospital an...
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Apr 2021
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #28
On 04/07/21 at 9:00 AM, in an observation of Resident # 28, revealed she was sitting in her wheelchair talking to h...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Medication Administration
In review of the facility's Administering Medications policy revised April 2006, revealed 2.) The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for the supervision and directio...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 21 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • $21,165 in fines. Higher than 94% of Mississippi facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- • Grade F (38/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 85% turnover. Very high, 37 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
About This Facility
What is Choctaw Residential Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Mississippi, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Choctaw Residential Center Staffed?
CMS rates CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 85%, which is 39 percentage points above the Mississippi average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 100%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Choctaw Residential Center?
State health inspectors documented 21 deficiencies at CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER during 2021 to 2025. These included: 20 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Choctaw Residential Center?
CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 120 certified beds and approximately 110 residents (about 92% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in CHOCTAW, Mississippi.
How Does Choctaw Residential Center Compare to Other Mississippi Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Mississippi, CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (85%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Choctaw Residential Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Choctaw Residential Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Mississippi. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Choctaw Residential Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER is high. At 85%, the facility is 39 percentage points above the Mississippi average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 100%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Choctaw Residential Center Ever Fined?
CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER has been fined $21,165 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Mississippi average of $33,291. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Choctaw Residential Center on Any Federal Watch List?
CHOCTAW RESIDENTIAL CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.