nursing home in Brookhaven, MS
Diversicare of Brookhaven
519 Brookman Drive, Brookhaven, MS 39601 · (601) 833-2881
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Diversicare of Brookhaven at a glance
Diversicare of Brookhaven is a 58-bed for-profit nursing home in Brookhaven, Mississippi (Lincoln County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 8, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,788.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.2% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 58
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Diversicare Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lincoln County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255175
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.05 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.2% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.8% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 7 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 53 | 61.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,788 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 58 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 51 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.9% | 85.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.7% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.8% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.6% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.7% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3% | 1.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 27% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.2% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 |
| November 24, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2025 |
| June 4, 2025 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 4, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 4, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 4, 2025 Complaint | 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 July 2, 2025 |
| June 4, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 20, 2024 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 July 26, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| June 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| March 21, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 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 January 5, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
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 $8,788 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2025 | Fine | $8,788 |
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 HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/04/2022 |
| DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2016 |
| CANOVA, CHAROLETT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2017 |
| HODGES, COLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/15/2024 |
| 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 |
| CANOVA, CHAROLETT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2017 |
| DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2024 |
| DIVERSICARE OF BROOKHAVEN LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2016 |
| HODGES, COLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/15/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Diversicare of Brookhaven's rating?
Diversicare of Brookhaven has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Mississippi nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Diversicare of Brookhaven receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Diversicare of Brookhaven 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 Brookhaven?
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 Brookhaven and how do I contact it?
Diversicare of Brookhaven is at 519 Brookman Drive, Brookhaven, MS 39601. Phone: (601) 833-2881.
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.