nursing home in Oxford, AL
Diversicare of Oxford
1130 South Hale Street, Oxford, AL 36203 · (256) 831-0481
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Diversicare of Oxford at a glance
Diversicare of Oxford is a 173-bed for-profit nursing home in Oxford, Alabama (Calhoun County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 9, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $111,900.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.8% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 173
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Diversicare Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1975
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Calhoun County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015132
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.49 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.70 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.8% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 149.8 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $111,900 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 173 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 65.2% | 83.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.8% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.3% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 21.8% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.3% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 53.5% | 92.2% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.3% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.5% | 85.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| November 26, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| November 26, 2019 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| September 19, 2018 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
| September 19, 2018 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
| September 19, 2018 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
| September 19, 2018 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
| September 19, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
| September 19, 2018 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2018 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $111,900 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 | Fine | $111,900 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIVERSICARE LEASING COMPANY III LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2016 |
| ADVOCAT FINANCE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2016 |
| DAC NEWCORP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/04/2022 |
| DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2016 |
| KELLMAN, FRANKLIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| KOHN, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2021 |
| RATNER, ERAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2021 |
| BODIE, REBECCA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
| NEE, STEPHEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
| RATNER, ERAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| WEISHAAR, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2003 |
| DMS GP LLC Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2022 |
| DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2022 |
| RATNER, ERAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| JONES, CHERRY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Diversicare of Oxford's rating?
Diversicare of Oxford has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alabama nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Diversicare of Oxford receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Diversicare of Oxford accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Diversicare of Oxford?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Diversicare Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Diversicare of Oxford and how do I contact it?
Diversicare of Oxford is at 1130 South Hale Street, Oxford, AL 36203. Phone: (256) 831-0481.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.