Cycle 1
Health 2021-04-15 · Fire 2021-04-15
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)
0 fire-safety deficiencies
No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.
Arab, AL
Diversicare Of Arab
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies
235 Third Street Se, Arab, AL
(256) 586-3111
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
87
Certified beds
Average residents
81
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Diversicare Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1977-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
44 facilities
Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 3 staffing / 3 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.65
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.64 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.42
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.78 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.22
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.50 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.29
All reported nurse hours · state 3.91 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.06
RN + LPN hours · state 1.42 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
2.77
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.29 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.39
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.36 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.02
Reported PT staffing · state 0.04 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.79
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.00
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.12
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
29%
Annual RN turnover · state 42% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
33%
Annual nurse turnover · state 49% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Value-based purchasing
Program rank
1,810
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
53.86
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
1.0086
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
How the VBP score is built
Readmission
5.78
Baseline 20.87% · Performance 18.75% · Measure score 5.78 · Achievement 5.78 · Improvement 5.02
Healthcare-associated infections
5.48
Baseline 5.53% · Performance 6.20% · Measure score 5.48 · Achievement 5.48 · Improvement 0
Total nurse turnover
7.05
Baseline 46.15% · Performance 34.85% · Measure score 7.05 · Achievement 7.05 · Improvement 4.81
Adjusted total nurse staffing
3.22
Baseline 3.33 hours · Performance 4 hours · Measure score 3.22 · Achievement 3.22 · Improvement 2.21
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 11.31% |
10.72%
0.6 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 90 · Observed rate 12.22% · Lower 95% interval 7.76% |
| Discharge to community | 57.97% |
50.57%
7.4 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 79 · Observed rate 51.9% · Lower 95% interval 46.86% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.72 |
1.02
0.3 pts better
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 59.32% |
95.27%
35.9 pts worse
|
Numerator 35 · Denominator 59 |
| Falls with major injury | 1.69% |
0.77%
0.9 pts worse
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 59 |
| Discharge self-care score | 65.91% |
53.69%
12.2 pts better
|
Numerator 29 · Denominator 44 |
| Discharge mobility score | 63.64% |
50.94%
12.7 pts better
|
Numerator 28 · Denominator 44 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 1.69% |
2.29%
0.6 pts better
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 59 · Adjusted rate 1.56% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 6.2% |
7.12%
0.9 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 45 · Observed rate 2.22% · Lower 95% interval 3.11% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 0% |
8.2%
8.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 73 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 82.8% |
42%
40.8 pts better
|
Numerator 77 · Denominator 93 |
| Discharge function score | 72.73% |
56.45%
16.3 pts better
|
Numerator 32 · Denominator 44 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 7 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 96.55% |
96.28%
0.3 pts better
|
Numerator 28 · Denominator 29 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 46.43% |
25.2%
21.2 pts better
|
Numerator 13 · Denominator 28 |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 95.9% |
91.3%
4.6 pts better
|
93.4%
2.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 97.4% · Q2 94.5% · Q3 95.9% · Q4 95.6% · 4Q avg 95.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
94.8%
5.2 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.1% |
3.4%
0.3 pts better
|
3.3%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.6% · Q2 2.7% · Q3 2.7% · Q4 4.4% · 4Q avg 3.1% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.7% |
1.3%
0.6 pts better
|
11.4%
10.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.4% · Q3 1.5% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.4% |
5.3%
1.9 pts better
|
5.4%
2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.9% · Q2 1.7% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 7.4% · 4Q avg 3.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.8% |
24.9%
2.1 pts better
|
19.6%
3.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 23.8% · Q2 21.3% · Q3 20.3% · Q4 25.9% · 4Q avg 22.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.2% |
22.8%
9.6 pts better
|
16.7%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 19.6% · Q2 13.0% · Q3 10.2% · Q4 8.7% · 4Q avg 13.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.6%
0.6 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 5.6% |
14.8%
9.2 pts better
|
16.3%
10.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 6.4% · Q2 3.1% · Q3 2.5% · Q4 10.4% · 4Q avg 5.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 4.1% |
13.4%
9.3 pts better
|
14.9%
10.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 6.8% · Q2 3.6% · Q3 3.5% · Q4 2.0% · 4Q avg 4.1% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.6% |
1.3%
0.3 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.7% · Q2 2.5% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.4% |
2.6%
1.2 pts better
|
1.7%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.4% · Q2 1.4% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 2.9% · 4Q avg 1.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 15.2% |
13.5%
1.7 pts worse
|
19.8%
4.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 16.5% · Q2 11.6% · Q3 20.8% · Q4 11.4% · 4Q avg 15.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 7.4% |
5.7%
1.7 pts worse
|
5.1%
2.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 10.7% · Q2 5.1% · Q3 7.4% · Q4 6.4% · 4Q avg 7.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 80.1% |
84.3%
4.2 pts worse
|
81.7%
1.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 92.3% · Q2 81.6% · Q3 77.8% · Q4 69.8% · 4Q avg 80.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 20.7% |
11.5%
9.2 pts worse
|
12.0%
8.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 20.7% · Observed 19.5% · Expected 10.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
2.1%
2.1 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 83.1% |
80.3%
2.8 pts better
|
79.7%
3.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 83.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 15.3% |
24.5%
9.2 pts better
|
23.9%
8.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 15.3% · Observed 12.2% · Expected 19.0% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2019-02-06 · Fire 2019-02-06
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2018-03-01 · Fire 2018-03-01
3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-06
K343 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Corrected 2019-02-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-03-01
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2018-04-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-03-01
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2018-04-09
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-05-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-05-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-05-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected 2021-05-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2021-05-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-04-15
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-05-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-02-06
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2019-02-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-03-01
F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2018-03-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-03-01
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2018-03-31
C · Minimal harm
2018-03-01
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2018-03-31
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Diversicare Leasing Company Iii LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Advocat Finance, LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Bodie, Rebecca
Corporate Officer · Individual
Dac Acquisition LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Dac Newcorp Inc
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Diversicare Healthcare Services LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Diversicare Healthcare Services LLC
Limited Partnership Interest · Organization
Diversicare Management Services LP.
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Dms Gp LLC
General Partnership Interest · Organization
Kellman, Franklin
Corporate Director · Individual
Kohn, Brian
Corporate Director · Individual
Nee, Stephen
Corporate Officer · Individual
Ratner, Eran
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ratner, Eran
Corporate Director · Individual
Ratner, Eran
Corporate Officer · Individual
Shaddrix, Mandy
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Weishaar, Matthew
Corporate Officer · Individual
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#3
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