Bedford Care Center of Marion
6434 a Dale Dr · Marion, MS · 39342 · 6012943515
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Bedford Care Centers
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $12,741 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
73% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.50 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 73% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $244,855 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 12, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2026
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2026
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2026
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G November 25, 2024 · 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 December 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G November 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 11, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 11, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 7, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 16, 2023 · 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 December 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G October 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 11, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G October 5, 2023 · 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 November 11, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
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 October 6, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 6, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 25, 2024 | Fine | $6,370 |
| November 25, 2024 | Fine | $6,371 |
| October 5, 2023 | Fine | $232,114 |
| October 5, 2023 | Payment Denial | 40 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255328 · certified since September 1, 2009. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.