Diversicare of Batesville

Nursing Home · Batesville, MS

CMS overall rating 2/5 Abuse citation For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number255139
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

154 Woodland Road
Batesville, MS 38606
Panola County
Phone
(662) 563-5636
ZIP code
38606 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
130
Residents per day
105.4 (81% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Diversicare of Batesville LLC
Chain
Diversicare Healthcare (44 facilities, avg 2.6★)
Medicare certified since
July 1, 1991
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
3.54 (state 4.18 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.66 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.94 (state 1.11 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.94 (state 2.43 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.04 (state 3.51 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
36.1 (state 45.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
31.3 (state 38.4 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
June 12, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
6.0 (state 6.7 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
18 health · 2 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-06-12 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-07-04
2025-06-12 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 2025-07-04
2025-06-12 Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-04
2025-06-12 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 2025-07-04
2025-06-12 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 2025-07-04
2025-06-12 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-07-04
2023-12-07 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
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
F0625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 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 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 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 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 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 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2023-12-07 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
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-01-04
2022-07-28 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 2022-08-31
2022-07-28 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2022-08-31

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

3 penalties in the last three years, including $20,138 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-06-12Fine$9,620
2023-12-07Fine$7,053
2023-12-07Fine$3,465

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 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
Lairy, Jackie (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Ratner, Eran (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Diversicare of Batesville?

Diversicare of Batesville has a 2-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 Batesville have?

It has 130 certified beds and cares for about 105 residents per day.

Has Diversicare of Batesville been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 3 penalties totaling $20,138 in the last three years.

Who owns Diversicare of Batesville?

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 Batesville?

(662) 563-5636. The facility is located at 154 Woodland Road, Batesville, MS 38606.

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