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The Windsor Place
81 Windsor Boulevard, Columbus, MS 39702 · Lowndes County · (662) 241-5518
140 certified beds, about 126 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1999
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 255257 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on October 9, 2024, inspectors cited 11 health deficiencies (the Mississippi average is 6.8, the national average 9.2).
Of 26 health citations since October 2021, 4 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $10,839 in the last three years; the largest was $5,420, and the latest is dated October 9, 2024.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.57 hours per resident per day, against 4.18 across Mississippi and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.51 of those hours.
45.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Mississippi average 45.7%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 26 health citations on file.
October 9, 2024Standard inspection · 11 citations
- G Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interview, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to develop a baseline care plan related to skin integrity concerns for a resident with excoriation to the buttocks. The resident developed a pressure ulcer within four days of admission to the facility. This was for one (1) of 28 care plans reviewed. Resident #39. Cross reference:
- G Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident and staff interview, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide necessary treatment and services to promote healing and prevent new ulcers from developing for (1) one of five (5) residents with wounds reviewed.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to label and date open items in the pantry, refrigerator, and freezer for one (1) of two (2) kitchen tours during the survey. Findings Include: Review of the facility policy titled Food Storage undated, revealed under, Policy . Foods will be stored, at appropriate temperatures and by methods designed to prevent contamination or cross contamination . 14. Refrigerated food storage . f. All foods should be covered, labeled and dated. Also revealed under, 15. Frozen Foods: c. All foods should be covered, labeled and dated. All foods will be checked to assure that foods will be consumed by their safe use by dates or discarded. [...]
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to maintain an account of all controlled medications and provide evidence of periodic reconciliation for two (2) of five (5) medication carts reviewed during medication pass. 100 hall and 200 hall.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident had a wheelchair in good repair for one (1) of 86 residents requiring a wheelchair for mobility.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to implement a care plan for shaving a dependent resident for one (1) of 25 resident care plans reviewed.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident and staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to shave a resident that was dependent on staff for care for one (1) of three (3) residents reviewed for Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident and staff interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure the residents had a environment free of potential hazards as evidenced by cleaning chemicals not being securely locked in a janitors storage closet for two (2) of five (5) units in the building. 400 Hall and Dementia Unit.
- D Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure an informed consent was obtained for the application of bed rails for one (1) of 25 sampled residents. Resident #30 Findings Include: Review of the facility policy titled Side Rails Policy with a revision date of 10/19 revealed under, Policy: it is the policy of this facility to keep residents as safe as possible while they are in the bed, as well as enable them to be as active in their care physically as they are able. An observation of Resident #30 on 10/7/24 at 4:05 PM revealed he was lying in bed. The left side of the bed was against the wall, and one-half (1/2) side rails were raised on both sides of the bed. [...]
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed 1) to ensure a medication order, medication administration record, and narcotic record label were all labeled correctly for one (1) of five (5) medication carts reviewed during medication pass, (100 hall medication cart) and; 2) the facility failed to securely store medications when two medication capsules were found sitting in a clear medication cup in a resident's room for 1 of 124 residents observed on initial tour. (Resident #28).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) were initiated for one (1) of five (5) residents reviewed for EBP.
May 16, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff and Resident Representative (RR) interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to notify the physician of a significant change in a resident's physical status for one (1) of three (3) residents samples.
July 27, 2023Standard inspection · 8 citations
- D Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to resolve a grievance in a timely manner for four of five residents in Resident Council. Resident # 14, Resident #64, Resident #96, and Resident #101. Findings Include: Record review of the Facility's Grievance Policy dated February 8, 2023, revealed, Policy: It is the policy of (facility name) to investigate all concerns/grievances and provide the results of the investigation to the party filing the concern/grievance .Standard: .The facility will make prompt efforts to resolve all grievances .Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines: Process 5. All staff involved in a grievance investigation shall take steps to preserve the confidentiality of files and records relating to grievances and share only with those who have a need to know. 6. [...]
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to update Advance Directives for code status to ensure the residents' preferences were honored for three (3) of 32 residents in the initial pool. Resident #16, Resident #81 and Resident #99.
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a resident was free from verbal abuse for one (1) of 32 residents reviewed. Resident #84.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse to the appropriate state agencies for one (1) of 32 residents reviewed. Resident #84 Findings Include: Record review of the facility policy titled Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, and the Vulnerable Adults Act Policy with a revision date of 2/6/23 revealed, It is the policy of this facility that residents and patients are to be treated with dignity and respect at all times under any circumstance. Mistreatment in the form of verbal or physical abuse of any nature will not be tolerated. Also revealed under, Procedure: . b. Who is responsible for reporting abuse? i. [...]
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to complete a through investigation of alleged abuse for one (1) of 32 residents in initial pool. Resident #84.
- D Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, resident and staff interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to maintain adequate staffing to assist residents in getting the care needed for seven (7) of 109 residents upon initial tour. Resident # 14, #64, #84, #87, #96, #98, and #101.
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff and pharmacist interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a resident on an as needed (PRN) psychotropic medication had a stop date for one (1) of six (6) medication reviews. Resident #17 Findings Include: Review of the facility policy titled Psychotropic Medication Policy and Procedure revealed under, Standards: 1. The facility will make every effort to comply with state and federal regulations related to the use of psychopharmacological medications in the long-term care facility to include regular review for continued need, appropriate dosage, side effects, risk and /or benefits. Revealed under, Physician/NP/mental health NP (When available to a facility) . 3. Orders for PRN psychotropic medications will be time limited (i.e., times 2 weeks) and only for specific clearly documented circumstances. [...]
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, staff interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to prevent the likelihood of the spread of infection as evidenced by staff not cleaning and disinfecting a multi-use resident device used to check vital signs between each resident use for one (1) of four (4) survey days.
October 28, 2021Standard inspection · 6 citations
- H Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteAmendment 1/25/22 Upon secondary review with CMS Regional Office staff and State Quality Assurance, the State Survey Agency (SSA) determined that the scope and severity for F657 has been elevated to an H due to the pattern of numerous falls that occurred. Based on record review, staff and family interview and facility policy review the facility failed to revise a fall care plan for Resident #111 after multiple falls that occurred for 1 of 5 falls reviewed.
- H Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteAmendment 1/25/22 Upon secondary review with CMS Regional Office staff and State Quality Assurance, the State Survey Agency (SSA) determined that the scope and severity for F689 has been elevated to an H due to the pattern of numerous falls that occurred. Based on observation, staff and family interviews, record review and facility policy review, the facility failed to provide increased supervision for a resident who had sustained ten (10) falls with two (2) resulting in major injuries that included a Subarachnoid Hemorrhage and a fractured hip from 8/31/21 to 10/26/21 for one (1) of five (5) residents reviewed for falls, Resident #111.
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interviews and facility policy reviews the facility failed to store food to prevent the likelihood of foodborne illness as evidenced by opened items with no open date and unlabeled food items in the refrigerator for one (1) of two (2) kitchen tours.
- D Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, resident interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the Resident Representatative in writing of a transfer to the hospital for two (2) of four(4) residents reviewed. Resident # 56 and Resident # 111.
- D Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, staff interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to complete a discharge assessment for the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for one ( 1) of two (2) residents identified for resident assessments. Resident 1.
- D Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, record reviews and facility policy review the facility failed to maintain the appropriate staff at the quarterly Quality Assurance (QA) meetings for two( 2) of four(4) quarterly meetings reviewed.
Fire safety inspections
1 fire safety citation on file: 1 on October 9, 2024.
Every fire safety citation1 citation
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2024 | Fine | $5,419 |
| October 9, 2024 | Fine | $5,420 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Mississippi | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.57 | 4.18 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.51 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.04 | 3.50 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.17 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.88 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 45.0% | 45.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 35.7% | 38.5% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 3.19 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.78 on weekdays and 3.04 on weekends, 20% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.67 in April to June 2025 to 3.57 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.57 | 0.51 | 3.78 | 3.04 | 0.0% | 1 of 90 | 126 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.53 | 0.38 | 3.71 | 3.06 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 127 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.63 | 0.44 | 3.84 | 3.11 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 130 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.67 | 0.41 | 3.84 | 3.22 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 130 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Mississippi, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.09 | 0.60 | 4.35 | 3.44 | 6.2% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Mississippi | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 32.0 | 20.5 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.3 | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.5 | 2.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.7 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.4 | 2.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 19.7 | 19.6 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.0 | 6.3 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 30.3 | 21.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 27.9 | 27.7 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.1 | 15.5 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.2 | 2.4 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 3.4 | 2.9 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: WINDSOR PLACE NURSING CENTER INC.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Place Nursing Center Inc | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 10/13/2003 | |
| Mascarenas, Sandra | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 12% | 10/13/2003 |
| Phillips, Gregory | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 12% | 10/13/2003 |
| Phillips, Helen | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 12% | 10/13/2003 |
| Phillips, Kenneth | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 12% | 10/13/2003 |
| Phillips, Oliver | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 52% | 10/13/2003 |
| Phillips, Gregory | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Helen | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Kenneth | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Oliver | Corporate officer | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Windsor Place Nursing Center Inc | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 10/13/2003 | |
| Fulcher, Todd | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 11/18/2009 | |
| Phillips, Gregory | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Kenneth | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Oliver | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Windsor Place Nursing Center Inc | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 04/08/2025 | |
| Fulcher, Todd | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/18/2009 | |
| Mascarenas, Sandra | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Gregory | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Helen | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Kenneth | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/13/2003 | |
| Phillips, Oliver | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/13/2003 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on October 9, 2024: "Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on October 9, 2024: "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."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on October 9, 2024: "Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted"
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on October 9, 2024: "Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 3.04 hours per resident per day, below the Mississippi average of 3.50.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Aurora Health and Rehabilitation Columbus, 1 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 14 citations
- Trinity Healthcare Center Columbus, 1.4 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 10 citations
- Vineyard Court Nursing Center Columbus, 3.4 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 25 citations
- West Point Community Living Center West Point, 16.9 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 16 citations
- Dugan Memorial Home West Point, 17 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 11 citations
- Convalescent Nursing and Rehab Center Vernon, 18.7 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 7 citations
- Arbor Woods Health and Rehab Reform, 22 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 2 citations
- Care Center of Aberdeen Aberdeen, 23.5 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 21 citations
Mississippi contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Mississippi. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Mississippi State Department of Health, Health Facilities Licensure and Certification, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Mississippi Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, MDHS Division of Aging and Adult Services, 1-888-844-0041. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: MSDH Nursing Home Search, where Mississippi publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is The Windsor Place's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates The Windsor Place 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 1 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did The Windsor Place get at its last inspection?
- 11 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on October 9, 2024. The Mississippi average is 6.8.
- Has The Windsor Place been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $10,839 in the last three years.
- Does The Windsor Place accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns The Windsor Place?
- CMS lists 22 owners and managers. Legal business name: WINDSOR PLACE NURSING CENTER INC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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