Aurora Health and Rehabilitation
310 Emerald Drive · Columbus, MS · 39702 · 6623278021
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Vanguard Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.98 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.28 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
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.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 22, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 9, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected December 14, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255206 · certified since October 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.