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DIVERSICARE OF ARAB is a for profit - limited liability company facility in ARAB, AL with 87 certified beds and a 3-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 10 deficiency records on file.

235 THIRD STREET SE, ARAB, AL 35016

Phone: 2565863111

Overall Rating

3/5

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
015148
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
87
Residents
81
In Hospital
No
County
Marshall
Last Inspection
Apr 15, 2021

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.65 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.42
CNA Hours
2.22
Total Nursing Hours
3.29 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.02
Nursing Turnover
32.8%
RN Turnover
28.6%

What the CMS Record Reveals About DIVERSICARE OF ARAB

DIVERSICARE OF ARAB operates 87 certified beds in ARAB, AL with approximately 81 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 10 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 3.29 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.65 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, DIVERSICARE OF ARAB falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 32.8%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (10 most recent)

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0803

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 15, 2021 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 30, 2021

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 6, 2019 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 28, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2018 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 31, 2018

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2018 Tag: 0814

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 31, 2018

C — Widespread - No harm Mar 1, 2018 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 31, 2018

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 4.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 1.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 95.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 80.1% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 5.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 22.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 83.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 7.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 15.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 13.2% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for DIVERSICARE OF ARAB?
DIVERSICARE OF ARAB has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at DIVERSICARE OF ARAB?
DIVERSICARE OF ARAB reports 3.29 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.65 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 32.8%.
How many beds does DIVERSICARE OF ARAB have?
DIVERSICARE OF ARAB has 87 certified beds with approximately 81 residents. The facility is located at 235 THIRD STREET SE, ARAB, AL 35016.
Does DIVERSICARE OF ARAB have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, DIVERSICARE OF ARAB has 10 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has DIVERSICARE OF ARAB received any fines or penalties?
No, DIVERSICARE OF ARAB has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns DIVERSICARE OF ARAB?
DIVERSICARE OF ARAB is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was DIVERSICARE OF ARAB last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for DIVERSICARE OF ARAB was on Apr 15, 2021. The facility received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for DIVERSICARE OF ARAB?
DIVERSICARE OF ARAB is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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