Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall
925 West Mangum Avenue · Mendenhall, MS · 39114 · 6018471311
60 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: $92,762 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 4 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.
$92,762 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.59 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $101,514 |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected January 12, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 5, 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 September 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected September 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G December 13, 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 12, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G December 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023
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 October 12, 2023 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C September 7, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C September 7, 2023
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C September 7, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 31, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 31, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 17, 2025 | Fine | $62,160 |
| August 5, 2024 | Fine | $30,602 |
| August 5, 2024 | Payment Denial | 11 days |
| December 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,376 |
| December 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,376 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255150 · certified since November 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.