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HomeMississippiAurora Health and Rehabilitation

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation

310 Emerald Drive, Columbus, MS 397026623278021WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(70 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
120
certified

How Aurora Health and Rehabilitation Compares in Mississippi

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
MS average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
MS average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MS average
3.8/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.09 hrs/day
MS average
4.18 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.84 hrs/day
MS average
0.64 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
34.1%
MS average
45.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Mississippi average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.84 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.64.
Staff turnover is 34.1%, lower than the Mississippi average of 45.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 4, 2024
Most recent cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 22, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 9 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,665/mo
Mississippi median
Private Room
$8,365/mo
Mississippi median
Lowndes County 65+
9,740
16.6% of county
County Population
58,547
Lowndes County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Aurora Health and Rehabilitation is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Columbus, Mississippi with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1995. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
86.4
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 1995
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Lowndes
Last Inspection
Jan 22, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
56.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (14)

F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 20, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0578Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 20, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 20, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jan 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.19 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.07 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.84 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.09 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.40 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
34.1%
RN Turnover
18.8%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
VANGUARD HEALTHCARE, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Dec 19, 2007
ERVIN GENERAL PARTNERSHIP5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2007
JERE SUZANNE ERVIN IRRV TR5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2007
ORAND LP5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2007
WILLIAM JEFFREY ERVIN IRRV TR5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2007
ORAND, WILLIAM5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ADec 19, 2007
CAPITAL ONE NA5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 31, 2018
CAPITAL ONE NA5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 31, 2018
ALIPOUR, IRAJW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 24, 2012
ORAND, WILLIAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 19, 2007
FICK, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 20, 2014
ORAND, WILLIAMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 19, 2007
NORTH MISSISSIPPI MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 19, 2007

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Aurora Health and Rehabilitation and nearby alternatives.

All Mississippi facilities
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation
Columbus, MSCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Trinity Healthcare Center
Columbus, MS4,752 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $10,033
The Windsor Place
Columbus, MS1.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $50,947
Vineyard Court Nursing Center
Columbus, MS3.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $78,952
West Point Community Living Center
West Point, MS17.5 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $44,873
Dugan Memorial Home
West Point, MS17.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $8,788
Care Center of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, MS24.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $10,358
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation
Columbus, MS · Current facility
—3/52/55/5None recorded
Trinity Healthcare Center
Columbus, MS
4,752 ft4/54/54/5$10,033
The Windsor Place
Columbus, MS
1.0 mi1/52/54/5$50,947
Vineyard Court Nursing Center
Columbus, MS
3.9 mi2/51/55/5$78,952
West Point Community Living Center
West Point, MS
17.5 mi1/51/54/5$44,873
Dugan Memorial Home
West Point, MS
17.6 mi5/54/55/5$8,788
Care Center of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, MS
24.5 mi2/52/54/5$10,358

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Aurora Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Aurora Health and Rehabilitation cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Mississippi is $7,665/month for a semi-private room and $8,365/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Aurora Health and Rehabilitation participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Aurora Health and Rehabilitation had any health inspection violations?▾
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 22, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Aurora Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation provides 4.09 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.84 RN hours, 1.07 LPN hours, and 2.19 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 34.1%.
How many beds does Aurora Health and Rehabilitation have?▾
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation has 120 certified beds with an average of 86.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 72% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Vanguard Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Aurora Health and Rehabilitation?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Mississippi, including 3 in Columbus. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Aurora Health and Rehabilitation?▾
On Google Maps, Aurora Health and Rehabilitation has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 70 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Vanguard Healthcare

This chain operates 6 facilities. View all →