B

JAMES T CHAMPION

1455 NORTH LAKELAND DRIVE, MERIDIAN, MS 39307
Score: 75 / 100

James T Champion earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 75/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Meridian facility ranks in the 83th percentile among Mississippi nursing homes.

James T Champion provides above-average staffing with 4.70 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 James T Champion. 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 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.70 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.54 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.31 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.84 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.89 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.05 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Apr 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0700 Severity E
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these
    Apr 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0909 Severity E
    Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Apr 23, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jan 1, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0646 Severity D
    Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
    Jan 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 6.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.4% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 31.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 5.6% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 19.6% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 7.1% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 18.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 75 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - State
Certified Beds
70
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3