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HomeMississippiBedford Care Center of Petal

Bedford Care Center of Petal

908 S George Street, Petal, MS 394656015447441WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.2on Google(22 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
60
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $22,198

How Bedford Care Center of Petal 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
5/5
MS average
2.8/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
MS average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
MS average
3.8/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.28 hrs/day
MS average
4.18 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.65 hrs/day
MS average
0.64 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
64.5%
MS average
45.7%
Higher than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Mississippi average of 2.8/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Mississippi average of 2.8/5.
Staff turnover is 64.5%, higher 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
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 5, 2023
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 20, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation 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
Forrest County 65+
10,594
13.6% of county
County Population
77,917
Forrest County

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

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Bedford Care Center of Petal is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Petal, Mississippi with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
56.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 1, 1992
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Forrest
Last Inspection
Mar 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
11.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: 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: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 4, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$22,198
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineDec 8, 2023
$22,198
Payment DenialDec 8, 2023
13 days denied

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

Nurse Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.16 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.65 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.28 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.71 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
64.5%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BEDFORD HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2001
BEVON, NICOLE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
MCELROY, MICHAEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
MICHAEL E. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR.5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization13%Apr 2, 2025
BEVON, NICOLECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
BEVON, JACKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
MCELROY, SONYACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 1, 2001
BEVON, CHARLESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
BLACKLEDGE, RICHARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 9, 2016
DONALD, CHARLOTTEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 20, 2026
JANET F MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO NICOLE MCELROY BEVONADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 27, 2025
JANET F. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 27, 2025
MICHAEL E MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO NICOLE MCELROY BEVONADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 2, 2025
MICHAEL E. MCELROY FAMILY TRUST FBO MICHAEL E. MCELROY, JR.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 2, 2025
BEVON, CHARLESADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2005
BLACKLEDGE, RICHARDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 9, 2016
DONALD, CHARLOTTEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 20, 2026

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Bedford Care Center of Petal and nearby alternatives.

All Mississippi facilities
Bedford Care Center of Petal
Petal, MSCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $22,198
Hattiesburg Health & Rehab Center
Hattiesburg, MS1.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,021
Bedford Care Ctr-Monroe Hall
Hattiesburg, MS3.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center
Hattiesburg, MS3.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $66,700
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg, MS3.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
Hattiesburg, MS4.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Merit Health Wesley
Hattiesburg, MS5.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Bedford Care Center of Petal
Petal, MS · Current facility
—5/55/54/5$22,198
Hattiesburg Health & Rehab Center
Hattiesburg, MS
1.4 mi3/54/53/5$8,021
Bedford Care Ctr-Monroe Hall
Hattiesburg, MS
3.5 mi4/55/55/5None recorded
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center
Hattiesburg, MS
3.5 mi4/54/54/5$66,700
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg, MS
3.9 mi3/54/53/5None recorded
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
Hattiesburg, MS
4.7 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Merit Health Wesley
Hattiesburg, MS
5.8 mi5/55/55/5None recorded

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 Bedford Care Center of Petal?▾
Bedford Care Center of Petal has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Bedford Care Center of Petal 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). Bedford Care Center of Petal participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Bedford Care Center of Petal had any health inspection violations?▾
Bedford Care Center of Petal had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 20, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $22,198.
What are the staffing levels at Bedford Care Center of Petal?▾
Bedford Care Center of Petal provides 4.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.65 RN hours, 1.16 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 64.5%.
How many beds does Bedford Care Center of Petal have?▾
Bedford Care Center of Petal has 60 certified beds with an average of 56.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Bedford Care Centers chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Bedford Care Center of Petal?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Mississippi. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Bedford Care Center of Petal?▾
On Google Maps, Bedford Care Center of Petal has a rating of 2.2 out of 5 based on 22 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

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