Diversicare of Pell City
510 Wolf Creek Road, North · Pell City, AL · 35125 · 2053383329
94 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Diversicare Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.93 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.93 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.36 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 3, 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 March 24, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 3, 2022
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected March 24, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 24, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2019
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2019
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 June 25, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 25, 2019 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2018
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected July 19, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 14, 2018
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 19, 2018 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 14, 2018
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 19, 2018 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015189 · certified since November 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.