Diversicare of Bessemer
820 Golf Course Road · Bessemer, AL · 35020 · 2054255241
180 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Diversicare Healthcare
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.52 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.92 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 2, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
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 January 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 2, 2022
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 2, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 2, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 2, 2022
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C December 2, 2022
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G June 24, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 24, 2021
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 24, 2021
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 24, 2021
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 24, 2021
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 24, 2021
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 July 29, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 24, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 29, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 20, 2020 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015209 · certified since January 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.