DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER

1500 BROAD AVENUE, GULFPORT, Mississippi 39501

Phone: (228) 822-6900

3/5Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 3/5 stars — "Average."
Total nurse staffing of 4.6 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
Staff turnover rate of 95% is high, which may affect care continuity.
No fines recorded in the current CMS reporting period.
8 deficiencies recorded.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Average

Health Inspection

Above Average

Staffing

Average

Quality Measures

Much Below Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	4.64
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.65
Staff Turnover Rate	94.8%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	151
Average Residents/Day	108.3
Ownership Type	Non profit - Other
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	255290

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER have?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER is a large facility with 151 certified beds and an average of 108.3 residents per day. It is located in GULFPORT, Mississippi.

What is the staffing level at DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER provides 4.64 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.65 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 94.8%.

Has DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER received any fines or penalties?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER has no recorded fines or penalties in the current CMS reporting period. This is a positive indicator of regulatory compliance.

What type of ownership is DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER is classified as "Non profit - Other" by CMS.

Is DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER Medicare or Medicaid certified?

DRIFTWOOD NURSING CENTER is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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