Nursing HomeHattiesburg, MSCMS 255168Updated September 25, 2026
MERIT HEALTH WESLEYDeficiencies, fines & AHCA inspection record
Searching for MERIT HEALTH WESLEY deficiencies? This landing page summarizes Florida AHCA and CMS inspection data for this nursing home in Hattiesburg, MS: Class I–IV counts, complaints, and a dated timeline of public findings so you can tour with clearer questions.
On this page: Class I–IV totals, and 7 dated timeline events.
Inspection snapshot
At a glance
Public AHCA Class I–IV rollup and CMS survey detail for MERIT HEALTH WESLEY.
Deficiencies
7
Limited compliance findings on record
Complaints
0
None on current rollup
Recorded fines
$0
No fine amount on file
Risk level
Low
Limited compliance findings on record
Limited compliance findings on record
MERIT HEALTH WESLEY has a relatively light deficiency profile. Review Class III/IV details and complaint history before deciding.
Class I0
Class II0
Class III7
Class IV0
Findings by AHCA class
Class I
0
Class II
0
Class III
7
Class IV
0
7 Class III citations: Class III citations are the most common serious rollup. Patterns over time matter more than a single count.
Most common CMS category on file: Resident rights (2).
MERIT HEALTH WESLEY deficiency timeline
Dated findings, fines, corrections, and license milestones · 7 events on record. Newest first.
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0550: Resident Rights
Resident rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected Mar 27, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (F)cms
F0812: Nutrition and Dietary
Nutrition & dietary
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected Oct 16, 2024
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0882: Infection Control
Infection control
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected Oct 16, 2024
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (F)cms
F0880: Infection Control
Infection control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Mar 30, 2023
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms
F0695: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected Mar 30, 2023
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0578: Resident Rights
Resident rights
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.
Corrected Mar 30, 2023
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0641: Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Assessment & care planning
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected Mar 30, 2023
AHCA deficiency types explained
Florida groups assisted living violations into four classes by how serious the risk is to residents (Fla. Stat. §§ 408.813, 429.19).
Class I: Imminent danger
0 on record
Conditions that present an imminent danger to residents or a substantial probability of death or serious physical or emotional harm.
Typical ALF fine: $5,000-$10,000 per violation (ALF). Highest severity. Must be corrected quickly, often within 24 hours.
Class II: Direct threat
0 on record
Conditions that directly threaten the physical or emotional health, safety, or security of residents (short of Class I).
Typical ALF fine: $1,000-$5,000 per violation (ALF). Direct risk to resident well-being; fines apply even after correction.
Class III: Indirect or potential threat
7 on record
Conditions that indirectly or potentially threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $500-$1,000 per violation (ALF). Potential harm if left uncorrected; correction deadlines are specified.
Class IV: No direct resident threat
0 on record
Conditions related to operations, reports, or paperwork that do not threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $100-$200 per violation (ALF). Lowest severity; often administrative. Fines may be waived if corrected on time.
Findings by deficiency type
CMS health survey categories for this community, ranked by how often they appear in our detail records.
Resident rights
2 citations
Rights citations often involve consent, privacy, or grievance handling.
Ask: How are privacy, dignity, and choice protected?
Infection control
2 citations
Weak infection control raises outbreak risk for frail residents.
Ask: What infection prevention practices failed inspection?
Nutrition & dietary
1 citation
Dietary failures raise malnutrition and dehydration risk.
Ask: Are meals, hydration, and special diets reliable?
Quality of life & care
1 citation
Covers hands-on care quality, activities, and dignity of daily living.
Ask: What daily care standards failed, and how were they fixed?
Assessment & care planning
1 citation
Poor assessments can lead to missed needs, falls, or hospital transfers.
Ask: Are care plans current and matched to the resident's needs?
MERIT HEALTH WESLEY deficiency FAQ
Common questions families ask when researching MERIT HEALTH WESLEY inspection history in Hattiesburg, MS.
Does MERIT HEALTH WESLEY have deficiencies?
Yes. MERIT HEALTH WESLEY has 7 public deficiencies on the AHCA/CMS totals we track. Review the class breakdown and timeline on this page for dates and categories.
How many deficiencies does MERIT HEALTH WESLEY have?
MERIT HEALTH WESLEY has 7 deficiencies on the public totals we track.
What do AHCA deficiency classes mean for MERIT HEALTH WESLEY?
Florida grades assisted living deficiencies Class I through IV by how serious the risk is to residents. Class I is imminent danger; Class IV is typically paperwork with no direct resident threat. Use the class chart on this page to see how this community's totals break down.
Are there fines or complaints for MERIT HEALTH WESLEY?
No fines or complaints appear on the current public rollup for MERIT HEALTH WESLEY. Confirm with the latest AHCA facility profile.
Where do these deficiency numbers come from?
Totals combine Florida AHCA Health Finder class rollups with CMS Nursing Home Compare deficiency and penalty records where a CMS certification number is available.
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MERIT HEALTH WESLEY deficiency data is compiled from Florida AHCA public facility comparison fields and CMS Provider Data Catalog where available (page data refreshed September 25, 2026). Facilities may contest findings; always verify with the latest official inspection report before making a care decision.