Pontotoc Nursing Home
176 South Main Street · Pontotoc, MS · 38863 · 6624895510
44 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.78 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.79 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G July 24, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G July 24, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
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 August 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 24, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected June 15, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 31, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 25A380 · certified since September 30, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.