FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT

6051 US HIGHWAY 49 SOUTH, HATTIESBURG, Mississippi 39401

Phone: (601) 288-4233

5/5Much Above Average

Verified Data

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

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 5/5 stars — "Much Above Average."
Total nurse staffing of 7.9 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 4.02 hours per resident per day.
No fines recorded in the current CMS reporting period.
3 deficiencies recorded.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Much Above Average

Health Inspection

Much Above Average

Staffing

Much Above Average

Quality Measures

Much Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	7.93
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	4.02
Staff Turnover Rate	52.6%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	29
Average Residents/Day	28.4
Ownership Type	Government - County
Provider Type	Medicare
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	None
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	255335

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Much Above Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT have?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT is a small facility with 29 certified beds and an average of 28.4 residents per day. It is located in HATTIESBURG, Mississippi.

What is the staffing level at FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT provides 7.93 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 4.02 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 52.6%.

Has FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT received any fines or penalties?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT 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 FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT is classified as "Government - County" by CMS.

Is FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT Medicare or Medicaid certified?

FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING UNIT is certified as "Medicare" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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