Quick answers
- Where is James T Champion?
- 1455 North Lakeland Drive, Meridian, MS 39307, in Lauderdale County, Mississippi.
- What is the phone number of James T Champion?
- (601) 581-8450, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of James T Champion?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has James T Champion been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for James T Champion.
- What did inspectors find at James T Champion?
- In its last three inspection cycles (January 10, 2024 to February 5, 2026), Medicare lists 10 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (January 10, 2024 to February 5, 2026), James T Champion had 10 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 7.41 hours per resident per day; the Mississippi average is 4.20 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: February 5, 2026 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 5, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0605 Level D
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0693 Level D
“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.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: April 24, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 2, 2025 (complaint investigation); April 24, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0700 Level 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 risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.”
F0909 Level 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.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
Earlier cycle: January 10, 2024 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: January 10, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0646 Level D
“Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Mississippi | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.45 | 0.63 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.62 | 1.11 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 4.34 | 2.46 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 7.41 | 4.20 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 6.18 | 3.48 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.05 | 0.37 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 32.4% | 44.4% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 38.1% | 36.6% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 70 |
| Average residents per day | 58.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – state |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2010-04-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 1455 North Lakeland Drive, Meridian, MS 39307 |
| County | Lauderdale County |
| State | Mississippi |
| Phone | (601) 581‑8450 |
| CMS Certification Number | 25A418 |
| Name in Medicare records | JAMES T CHAMPION |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Reginald P White Nursing Facility0.1 mi · Meridian, MS · 3 of 5 stars
- Arabella Health & Wellness of Meridian3.4 mi · Meridian, MS · 1 of 5 stars
- Trend Health & Rehab of Meridian LLC4.9 mi · Meridian, MS · 4 of 5 stars
- The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center5.3 mi · Meridian, MS · 1 of 5 stars
- Poplar Springs Nursing Center, LLC5.5 mi · Meridian, MS · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus3.8 mi · Meridian, MS · Acute Care Hospital
- Anderson Regional Medical Center3.8 mi · Meridian, MS · Acute Care Hospital
- Ochsner Rush Hospital3.9 mi · Meridian, MS · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13