B

PONTOTOC NURSING HOME

176 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PONTOTOC, MS 38863
Score: 76 / 100

Pontotoc Nursing Home earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 76/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Pontotoc facility ranks in the 85th percentile among Mississippi nursing homes.

Pontotoc Nursing Home provides above-average staffing with 4.37 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Pontotoc Nursing Home. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.37 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.98 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.73 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.66 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.56 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.64 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Jul 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0656 Severity G
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jul 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jul 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Jul 23, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Jul 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0851 Severity F
    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
    Apr 23, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 7.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 13.4% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 1.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.6% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 8.0% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 23.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 76 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4