Lamar Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
6428 Us Highway 11 · Lumberton, MS · 39455 · 6017948566
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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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.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.17 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.83 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.83 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.17 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $10,527 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 2, 2026
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 2, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 2, 2026
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 2, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G June 27, 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 July 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 27, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 19, 2022
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected June 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 27, 2024 | Fine | $5,263 |
| June 27, 2024 | Fine | $5,264 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255338 · certified since June 21, 2013. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.