Quick answers
- Where is Pontotoc Nursing Home?
- 176 South Main Street, Pontotoc, MS 38863, in Pontotoc County, Mississippi.
- What is the phone number of Pontotoc Nursing Home?
- (662) 489-5510, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Pontotoc Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Pontotoc Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Pontotoc Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Pontotoc Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (April 24, 2024 to July 9, 2026), Medicare lists 8 health citations; the most serious was level G. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). 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 (April 24, 2024 to July 9, 2026), Pontotoc Nursing Home had 8 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.49 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: July 9, 2026 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 9, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: July 24, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 24, 2025 (standard health inspection).
F0656 Level G
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
F0686 Level G
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
Earlier cycle: April 24, 2024 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: April 24, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0851 Level F
“Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (1)
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
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 | 0.86 | 0.63 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.87 | 1.11 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.77 | 2.46 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.49 | 4.20 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.68 | 3.48 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.44 | 0.37 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 30.2% | 44.4% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 12.5% | 36.6% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 44 |
| Average residents per day | 41.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – other |
| Legal business name | Legal Business Name Not Available |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1996-09-30 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 176 South Main Street, Pontotoc, MS 38863 |
| County | Pontotoc County |
| State | Mississippi |
| Phone | (662) 489‑5510 |
| CMS Certification Number | 25A380 |
| Name in Medicare records | PONTOTOC NURSING HOME |
| 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).
- Pontotoc Health & Rehab Center1.0 mi · Pontotoc, MS · 5 of 5 stars
- Sunshine Health Care, Inc2.1 mi · Pontotoc, MS · 5 of 5 stars
- Cedars Health Center14 mi · Tupelo, MS · 3 of 5 stars
- Union Co Health and Rehab Center, Inc17 mi · New Albany, MS · 5 of 5 stars
- Tupelo Community Care Center18 mi · Tupelo, MS · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Pontotoc Health Service Inc CAH0.0 mi · Pontotoc, MS · Critical Access Hospital
- North Mississippi Medical Center16 mi · Tupelo, MS · Acute Care Hospital
- Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County17 mi · New Albany, 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