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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Yalobusha County Nursing Home

Yalobusha County Nursing Home is a government - county facility in Water Valley, MS with 122 certified beds and a 2-star overall CMS rating. The inspection file holds 14 deficiency records.

630 South Main Street, Water Valley, MS 38965

Phone: 6624731411

Overall CMS Rating

2/5

vs 3.0 national avg

The verdict

Yalobusha County Nursing Home holds a 2-star CMS overall rating — below the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing above the national norm. 2 inspection findings reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

2 / 5
CMS overall rating (nat'l avg 3.0)
4.20
Nursing hrs/resident-day (nat'l 3.89)
14
Inspection findings on file · 2 serious
$0
Federal penalties (0)

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating. Read the components below — they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

1/5

Long-Stay Quality

1/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
25A174
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicaid
Beds
122
Residents
101
In Hospital
No
County
Yalobusha
Last Inspection
Oct 9, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.35 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.34
CNA Hours
2.51
Total Nursing Hours
4.20 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.08
Nursing Turnover
37.3%
RN Turnover
25.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Yalobusha County Nursing Home

Yalobusha County Nursing Home operates 122 certified beds in Water Valley, MS with approximately 101 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (1★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 14 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 2 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.20 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.35 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Government - County" ownership and operating as a "Medicaid" provider, Yalobusha County Nursing Home falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 37.3%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (14 most recent)

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 9, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 1, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 9, 2025 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 1, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 9, 2025 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 1, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 9, 2025 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 1, 2025

G — Isolated - Actual harm Feb 24, 2025 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 17, 2025

G — Isolated - Actual harm Feb 24, 2025 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 17, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0847

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0688

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0644

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0578

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 18, 2024

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 18.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 5.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 4.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 96.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 95.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 24.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 27.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 59.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 7.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 16.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 27.1% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Yalobusha County Nursing Home?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (1★).
What are the staffing levels at Yalobusha County Nursing Home?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home reports 4.20 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.35 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 37.3%.
How many beds does Yalobusha County Nursing Home have?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home has 122 certified beds with approximately 101 residents. The facility is located at 630 South Main Street, Water Valley, MS 38965.
Does Yalobusha County Nursing Home have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Yalobusha County Nursing Home has 14 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 2 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Yalobusha County Nursing Home received any fines or penalties?
No, Yalobusha County Nursing Home has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Yalobusha County Nursing Home?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home is classified as "Government - County" ownership. The facility type is "Medicaid".
When was Yalobusha County Nursing Home last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Yalobusha County Nursing Home was on Oct 9, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Yalobusha County Nursing Home?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.