Singing River Hospital
Pascagoula, MS · Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (CCN 25T040)
- Patients discharged to the community (return home): Better
- Readmissions within 30 days of discharge: No Different
- Readmissions during the rehab stay: No Different
- C. difficile (C. diff) infections: No Different
Ownership: Government · Phone: (502) 596-6346 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Singing River Hospital discharges patients to the community better than the national rate, and among the measures CMS reports, it performs better than the national benchmark on 1 measure and worse on none.
Yes — Singing River Hospital sends patients home better than the national rate, and its readmission rates after discharge are no different than the national average, suggesting recovery outcomes are typical to above typical.
Singing River Hospital is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility in Pascagoula, Mississippi, operated under government ownership, providing intensive therapy to help patients regain function after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury before returning home.
About this facility
Singing River Hospital is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) located in Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, and has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 2004. It is operated under government ownership. An IRF provides intensive, hospital-level therapy — often including physical, occupational, and speech therapy — to help patients regain strength and independence after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury, with the goal of returning safely home.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Singing River Hospital discharges patients to the community better than the national rate, meaning patients here return home more often than the national average. Its readmission rates — both the rate of readmissions after discharge and during the rehab stay — are no different than the national rate, indicating typical outcomes in that area. The facility's C. diff infection rate is also no different than the national benchmark. A catheter-associated infection measure was not included in the reported data provided here; when a measure is not reported, it often reflects low patient case counts rather than any quality concern.
Overall, among the five measures CMS reports for this type of facility, Singing River Hospital performs better than the national benchmark on 1 measure and worse on none, with the remaining reported measures showing no difference from the national average. Families considering this facility for rehabilitation should review the full, current details on CMS Care Compare, as data is updated periodically.
Questions patients and families ask
What is an inpatient rehabilitation facility, and how is it different from a nursing home?
An IRF provides intensive, hospital-level therapy (often 3+ hours a day) aimed at helping patients regain function quickly after a major illness or injury, whereas nursing homes typically provide longer-term, lower-intensity care.
How often do patients at this facility recover enough to return home?
CMS reports that Singing River Hospital discharges patients to the community better than the national rate.
How does this facility compare to national rates on readmissions?
Both its readmission rate after discharge and during the rehab stay are no different than the national rate.
How does this facility compare on healthcare-associated infections?
Its C. diff infection rate is no different than the national benchmark; a catheter-associated infection rate was not included in the available data.
Does Medicare cover care at this facility?
Yes, Singing River Hospital is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility.
Who owns this facility?
It is operated under government ownership.
How long has this facility been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 2004.
What conditions does inpatient rehabilitation treat?
This data does not specify particular conditions treated; contact the facility at (502) 596-6346 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How is this facility's overall quality picture on CMS measures?
Of the measures CMS reports, Singing River Hospital performs better than the national benchmark on 1 and worse on none, with the rest showing no difference from national rates.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/inpatient-rehabilitation-facility/25T040?state=MS.
What should I ask when choosing an inpatient rehab facility?
Consider asking about therapy hours, staff-to-patient ratios, and typical length of stay by contacting the facility directly at (502) 596-6346.
How do I arrange a transfer to this facility from the hospital?
Transfer arrangements are typically coordinated through your current hospital's discharge planning team; contact Singing River Hospital at (502) 596-6346 for specifics.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Outcome comparisons are CMS's published measures relative to the national rate. Verify current details with the facility and Medicare before making care decisions.