PONTOTOC NURSING HOME
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Pontotoc Nursing Home has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good facility, though not without its challenges. It ranks #47 out of 200 in Mississippi, placing it in the top half of state facilities, but it is #3 out of 3 in Pontotoc County, meaning only one local option is better. Unfortunately, the facility is worsening, with issues increasing from one in 2024 to four in 2025. Staffing is a strength here, rated 5 out of 5 stars with a turnover rate of 31%, significantly lower than the state average, which suggests that staff are experienced and familiar with the residents. There have been serious concerns, including failures to follow care plans for daily living activities for multiple residents, and a delay in addressing skin integrity issues leading to worsened conditions for one resident. However, there are no fines on record, which is a positive sign, and the facility has more RN coverage than 85% of Mississippi facilities, which helps ensure better oversight of resident care.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Mississippi
- #47/200
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 31% turnover. Near Mississippi's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Mississippi facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 49 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Mississippi. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (31%)
17 points below Mississippi average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
15pts below Mississippi avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
4 deficiencies
2 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
A resident was harmed · 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 ...
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SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to assess and implement timely interventions to address skin integrity concerns, resulting in prog...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
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 address r...
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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, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review the facility failed to provide Ac...
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Apr 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Data
(Tag F0851)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to submit accurate staffing data into the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) system for one (1) of four (4) quarters reviewed. First Quarter 20...
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Feb 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #29
An observation and interview on 02/21/23 at 10:30 AM, of Resident #29's room entrance, revealed that there was no O...
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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
Based on observation, staff and resident interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to prevent the likelihood of infection as evidenced by improper storage of oxygen ca...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Mississippi facilities.
- • 31% turnover. Below Mississippi's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 7 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Pontotoc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns PONTOTOC NURSING HOME an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Mississippi, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Pontotoc Staffed?
CMS rates PONTOTOC NURSING HOME's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 31%, compared to the Mississippi average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Pontotoc?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at PONTOTOC NURSING HOME during 2023 to 2025. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm and 5 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Pontotoc?
PONTOTOC NURSING HOME 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 44 certified beds and approximately 42 residents (about 95% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in PONTOTOC, Mississippi.
How Does Pontotoc Compare to Other Mississippi Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Mississippi, PONTOTOC NURSING HOME's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (31%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Pontotoc?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Pontotoc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, PONTOTOC NURSING HOME 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 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 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 Pontotoc Stick Around?
PONTOTOC NURSING HOME has a staff turnover rate of 31%, which is about average for Mississippi nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Pontotoc Ever Fined?
PONTOTOC NURSING HOME has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Pontotoc on Any Federal Watch List?
PONTOTOC NURSING HOME 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.