Skilled Nursing
Hattiesburg, MS · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Hattiesburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,230–$10,960/mo
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Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
10 Medical Boulevard, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · Forrest County
The Bedford Way
58
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 72% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Hattiesburg
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hattiesburg, MS, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day. It operates as part of the Bedford Care Centers network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.00 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.00 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Hattiesburg, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 87
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Bedford Care Centers
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 255158
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,230–$10,960/mo (median $9,840) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hattiesburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.00
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-10-24Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-10-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-10-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
10 Medical Boulevard, Hattiesburg, MS
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
How much does Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg cost?
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hattiesburg, MS area typically runs $9,230–$10,960 per month (median $9,840, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?
Staff provide about 4.00 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg?
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg have availability?
Typically 72% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg offer?
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg in Hattiesburg, MS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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