Diversicare of Bessemer
Nursing Home · Bessemer, AL
CMS certification number015209
Contact & location
820 Golf Course RoadBessemer, AL 35020
Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 425-5241
- ZIP code
- 35020 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 180
- Residents per day
- 140.6 (78% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Diversicare of Bessemer LLC
- Chain
- Diversicare Healthcare (44 facilities, avg 2.6★)
- Medicare certified since
- January 1, 1978
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.33 (state 3.88 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.52 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.59 (state 0.79 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.23 (state 2.44 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.91 (state 3.26 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 56.8 (state 46.9 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 50.0 (state 39.5 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- December 2, 2022
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 13.0 (state 4.0 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 0
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 25 health · 15 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-02 | 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. F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. F0825 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2022-12-02 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-01-06 |
| 2021-06-24 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | 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. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. F0565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | 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. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2021-06-24 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-07-29 |
| 2020-02-20 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2020-03-20 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Diversicare Leasing Company III LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Advocat Finance, LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Dac Newcorp INC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Diversicare Management Services LP. (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Kellman, Franklin (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kohn, Brian (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ratner, Eran (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Bodie, Rebecca (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Nee, Stephen (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ratner, Eran (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Weishaar, Matthew (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| DMS GP LLC (organization) | General Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Diversicare Healthcare Services LLC (organization) | Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ephraim, Maria (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ratner, Eran (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Diversicare of Bessemer?
Diversicare of Bessemer has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Alabama.
How many beds does Diversicare of Bessemer have?
It has 180 certified beds and cares for about 141 residents per day.
Has Diversicare of Bessemer been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Who owns Diversicare of Bessemer?
It is part of Diversicare Healthcare and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Diversicare of Bessemer?
(205) 425-5241. The facility is located at 820 Golf Course Road, Bessemer, AL 35020.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.