About Cedars Health Center
Cedars Health Center, located in TUPELO, MS, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Cedars Health Center
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 5.18 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 5.18 hrs
- Safety Record Issues
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Cedars Health Center provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 48 | Nov 20, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 43 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 27.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.9% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.8% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 2.3% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 20.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 7.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 5.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 91.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 96.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 21.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 24.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 99.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 98.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 27.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 24.6% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 1 complaint
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 3 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jun 05, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
Nearby Hospitals
NORTH MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER
TUPELO, MS
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BOONEVILLE
BOONEVILLE, MS
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL UNION COUNTY
NEW ALBANY, MS
PROGRESSIVE HEALTH GROUP OF HOUSTON
HOUSTON, MS
PROGRESSIVE HEALTH GROUP OF HOUSTON
HOUSTON, MS
PONTOTOC HEALTH SERVICE INC CAH
PONTOTOC, MS
NORTH MISSISSIPPI STATE HOSPITAL
TUPELO, MS
OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL OF TUPELO
TUPELO, MS
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
UNITED METHODIST SENIOR SERVICES HEALTH CARE, INC
Ownership Structure
- UNITED METHODIST SENIOR SERVICES HEALTH CARE INC Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- JERONE LACKING CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JERONE LACKING OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JERONE LACKING ADP OF THE SNF
- TAMALA MARTIN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TAMALA MARTIN ADP OF THE SNF
- TERRY PERRINE ADP OF THE SNF
- JONATHON STIREWALT OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- UNITED METHODIST SENIOR SERVICES HEALTH CARE INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHRISTIE VANCE CORPORATE OFFICER
- CHRISTIE VANCE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHRISTIE VANCE ADP OF THE SNF
- JAMES ZUELZKE CORPORATE OFFICER
- JAMES ZUELZKE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JAMES ZUELZKE ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Health Care, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Union Co Health and Rehab Center, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Pontotoc Health and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| River Place Nursing Center | N/A | 5 |
| Shearer-Richardson Memorial Nursing Home | N/A | 3 |
| The Meadows | N/A | 3 |
| Pontotoc Nursing Home | N/A | 4 |
| Cedars Health Center | N/A | 3 |
| New Albany Health and Rehab Center | N/A | 2 |
| Nmmc Baldwyn Nursing Facility | N/A | 3 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Cedars Health Center directly at 6628441441. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.