Diversicare of Meridian

Nursing Home · Meridian, MS

CMS overall rating 1/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number255118

Contact & location

4728 Highway 39 North
Meridian, MS 39301
Lauderdale County
Phone
(601) 482-8151
ZIP code
39301 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
97.4 (81% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Diversicare of Meridian LLC
Chain
Diversicare Healthcare (44 facilities, avg 2.6★)
Medicare certified since
June 1, 1989
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.8
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.41 (state 4.18 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.71 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.74 (state 1.11 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.96 (state 2.43 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.94 (state 3.51 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
28.9 (state 45.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
45.0 (state 38.4 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
May 21, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
10.0 (state 6.7 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
3
Citations on record (3 years)
22 health · 3 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-05-05 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 · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2026-04-20
2026-05-05 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2026-04-20
2026-04-08 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Past Non-Compliance
2025-05-21 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 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
F0851 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 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 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-23
2025-05-21 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-23
2025-03-13 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2025-04-01
2024-01-25 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-02-28
2024-01-25 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 2024-02-28
2024-01-25 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 2024-02-28
2024-01-25 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 2024-02-28
2024-01-25 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 2024-02-28
2023-11-29 Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-01-03
2023-11-29 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 · complaint inspection		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-01-03
2021-12-03 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-19
2021-12-03 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 2022-01-19
2021-12-03 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-19
2021-12-03 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-01-19

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

2 penalties in the last three years, including $21,798 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2026-05-05Fine$13,520
2025-03-13Fine$8,278

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
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 Healthcare Services LLC (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
Ratner, Eran (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Sneed, Marsha (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Diversicare of Meridian?

Diversicare of Meridian has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.8-star average in Mississippi.

How many beds does Diversicare of Meridian have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 97 residents per day.

Has Diversicare of Meridian been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties totaling $21,798 in the last three years.

Who owns Diversicare of Meridian?

It is part of Diversicare Healthcare and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Diversicare of Meridian?

(601) 482-8151. The facility is located at 4728 Highway 39 North, Meridian, MS 39301.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.