Ms Care Center of Dekalb
220 Willow Avenue · De Kalb, MS · 39328 · 6017435888
60 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Mississippi Care Center
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 75% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.78 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.02 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $10,358 |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 6, 2025 · 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 October 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G January 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · C December 8, 2022
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Corrected January 9, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2019
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 11, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2025 | Fine | $5,179 |
| January 6, 2025 | Fine | $5,179 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255251 · certified since November 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.