Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Carthage Senior Care during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to implement a care plan for a resident requiring a palm protector for a hand contracture and did not develop a care plan for another resident needing bilateral hand splints. Staff confirmed the care plans were not followed or developed as required.
The facility failed to revise a care plan for a resident with limited range of motion and required splinting devices. The resident, who had a contracture to the left elbow and quadriplegia, was observed without the prescribed splint. The care plan did not reflect the updated order requiring the resident to wear a left elbow brace for 4-6 hours during the 3-11 shift. The DON confirmed the care plan had not been updated.
The facility failed to ensure residents with limited range of motion received appropriate treatment, leading to two residents not having their prescribed splints applied. Staff were unaware of changes in orders, and discrepancies in transcription and documentation were found.
Failure to Implement and Develop Care Plans for Splinting Devices
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to implement a care plan related to splinting devices for Resident #17 and develop a care plan for a resident with limited range of motion requiring splinting devices for Resident #26. For Resident #17, the care plan indicated the use of a palm protector for the right hand during waking hours to prevent worsening of contractures. However, multiple observations revealed that the resident did not have the splint on as ordered. Interviews with staff, including an LPN, RN, and the DON, confirmed that the splint was not applied as per the care plan. The OT had provided in-service education and instructions for applying the splints, but these were not followed. The DON confirmed that the care plan was not adhered to, despite the resident having a documented need for the splint due to a contracture in the right hand. For Resident #26, the facility failed to develop a care plan for the use of bilateral hand splints, despite having an order for the resident to wear splints for one hour per day. A review of the comprehensive care plans revealed no care plan related to the use of hand splints. The DON confirmed the absence of a care plan and acknowledged that the comprehensive care plans are intended to direct resident-specific care. Resident #26 had a diagnosis of contracture in an unspecified wrist, necessitating the use of splints, which was not documented in the care plan.
Failure to Revise Care Plan for Resident with Limited Range of Motion
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to revise a care plan for a resident with limited range of motion and required splinting devices. The resident, who had a contracture to the left elbow and quadriplegia, was observed without the prescribed splint while sitting in the lobby. The care plan, last revised on 4/8/24, did not reflect the updated order from 9/22/23, which required the resident to wear a left elbow brace for 4-6 hours during the 3-11 shift. The Director of Nursing confirmed that the care plan had not been updated to reflect this change, despite the facility's policy requiring comprehensive care plans to be revised by the interdisciplinary team.
Failure to Apply Splints as Ordered
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure residents with limited range of motion received appropriate treatment and services to increase range of motion and/or to prevent further decrease in range of motion. Resident #17 was observed multiple times without the prescribed palm splint for her right hand contracture. Staff interviews revealed that the splint was missing, and the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) responsible for the resident's care did not inform the nurse about the missing splint. The Occupational Therapist (OT) had not completed a recent assessment and had provided in-service education to staff, but the splint was still not applied as ordered. Resident #26 was also observed multiple times without the prescribed splints for his bilateral hand and left elbow contractures. The Resident Representative (RR) expressed concerns about the worsening contractures due to the staff not applying the splints. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assigned to Resident #26 confirmed that the splints were not applied as scheduled. The Director of Nursing (DON) acknowledged that the physician's orders for the splints were not correctly transcribed, leading to staff not following the correct orders. Record reviews revealed discrepancies in the transcription of physician orders and incomplete documentation on the Treatment Administration Record (TAR). The OT confirmed that staff were not following the orders, placing the resident at risk for worsening contractures. Despite in-service training, staff were unaware of the changes in orders and failed to apply the splints as required. Both residents had diagnoses of unspecified wrist contractures and were at risk of further decline due to the facility's failure to provide appropriate care.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend Health & Rehab Of Carthage Llc | 0.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Attala County Nursing Center | 22.8 mi | ★★★★★ | 9 | 0 |
| Choctaw Residential Center | 23.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Neshoba County Nursing Home | 24.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 10 | 1 |
| Hilltop Manor Health And Rehabilitation Center | 26.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 1 | 0 |
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