01 / INSPECTION LEDGER
Survey cycles in this release
| Cycle | Health date | Health deficiencies | Fire date | Fire deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 2022-12-02 | 13 | 2022-12-02 | 7 |
| Cycle 2 | 2021-06-24 | 11 | 2021-06-24 | 4 |
| Cycle 3 | 2020-02-20 | 1 | 2020-02-20 | 4 |
CMS CCN 0152092026-08-01 PROCESSING DATE
NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD
Diversicare Of Bessemer
820 Golf Course Road · Bessemer, AL 35020 · Jefferson County
Certified beds180CMS provider file
Recent citation rows40current CMS citation release
Penalty rows0current CMS penalties file
Read this record carefully.
The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.
02 / CITATION DETAIL
40 rows in the current release
2 rows carry G–L scope/severity codes; 0 carry J–L. 7 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.
2022-12-02 · HEALTHF0584Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0641Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0656Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0695Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0732Severity C · widespread; potential for minimal harm
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0761Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0801Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
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.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0804Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0806Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0812Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0814Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0825Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · HEALTHF0880Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-062022-12-02 · FIREK0345Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0355Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0363Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0521Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0531Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Services Deficiencies
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0712Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112022-12-02 · FIREK0918Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-01-112021-06-24 · HEALTHF0565Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2021-07-292021-06-24 · HEALTHF0580Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2021-07-292021-06-24 · HEALTHF0641Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2021-07-292021-06-24 · HEALTHF0656Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2021-07-2903 / ENFORCEMENT FILE
Penalties reported by CMS
Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment-denial days |
|---|---|---|---|
| No penalty row appeared in the August 2026 penalties file. | |||
04 / OWNERSHIP DISCLOSURES
Who appears in the CMS file
- DIVERSICARE LEASING COMPANY III LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST100% · since 07/01/2016
- ADVOCAT FINANCE, LLCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTNO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 07/01/2016
- DAC NEWCORP INCOrganization · 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTNO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 04/04/2022
- DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP.Organization · 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTNO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED · since 07/01/2016
- KELLMAN, FRANKLINIndividual · CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE · since 09/13/2024
- KOHN, BRIANIndividual · CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE · since 11/19/2021
- RATNER, ERANIndividual · CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE · since 11/19/2021
- BODIE, REBECCAIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE · since 03/02/2020
- NEE, STEPHENIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE · since 02/20/2023
- RATNER, ERANIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE · since 09/13/2024
- WEISHAAR, MATTHEWIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE · since 12/01/2003
- EPHRAIM, MARIAIndividual · OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE · since 06/07/2021
- RATNER, ERANIndividual · OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE · since 09/13/2024
- DMS GP LLCOrganization · GENERAL PARTNERSHIP INTERESTNOT APPLICABLE · since 04/04/2022
- DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLCOrganization · LIMITED PARTNERSHIP INTERESTNOT APPLICABLE · since 04/04/2022
Names and roles are self-reported CMS disclosure fields. Exact-name pages do not prove that similarly named people or organizations are the same entity.
05 / CMS STAFFING FIELDS
Reported hours and turnover
Staffing fields are provider-reported and case-mix context matters. CMS applies footnotes and exclusions not reproduced as a new score here.
Total nurse hours3.33per resident day
RN hours0.52per resident day
Weekend nurse hours2.91per resident day
Staff turnover56.8%CMS reported field
06 / LOCAL RECORDS
Open the Bessemer ledger →