nursing home in Oak Ridge, TN
Diversicare of Oak Ridge
100 Elmhurst Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 · (865) 481-3367
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Diversicare of Oak Ridge at a glance
Diversicare of Oak Ridge is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Oak Ridge, Tennessee (Anderson County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 22, 2023) found 16 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $205,329.
Nursing staff turnover is 58% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Diversicare Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Anderson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445260
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee 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 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.96 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.55 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 90.9% | 43.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 4 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 412.3 | 47.9 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee 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) | $205,329 | $22,907 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 87 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.5% | 74.8% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.1% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.5% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.4% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.3% | 14% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.8% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.5% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 13.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.4% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.4% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.9% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.8% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.6% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76.5% | 79.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 35 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 7 citations involved actual harm, including 7 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| June 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 26, 2025 |
| June 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 1, 2025 |
| February 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2025 |
| August 20, 2024 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 September 18, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 18, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| November 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 27, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| January 26, 2022 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 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 March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | 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 March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 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 March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| January 26, 2022 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2022 |
| April 10, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 5, 2019 |
| April 10, 2019 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2019 |
| April 10, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2019 |
| April 10, 2019 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 May 10, 2019 |
| April 10, 2019 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2019 |
| April 10, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2019 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $205,329 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 22, 2023 | Payment Denial | 38 days from October 21, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 | Fine | $205,329 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIVERSICARE LEASING LP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/07/2005 |
| ADVOCAT FINANCE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/18/1996 |
| DAC NEWCORP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/04/2022 |
| DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/10/1994 |
| DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/10/1996 |
| MARTIN, CHERYL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2026 |
| MONTGOMERY, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2026 |
| DLC GP LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2022 |
| DMS GP LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2022 |
| KOHN, BRIAN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2021 |
| BODIE, REBECCA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
| KELLMAN, FRANKLIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| KOHN, BRIAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2021 |
| RATNER, ERAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| BODIE, REBECCA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
| DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/09/2013 |
| MARTIN, CHERYL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2025 |
| MONTGOMERY MEDICAL LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| MONTGOMERY, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| NEE, STEPHEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2023 |
| WEISHAAR, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2003 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Diversicare of Oak Ridge's rating?
Diversicare of Oak Ridge has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Diversicare of Oak Ridge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Diversicare of Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Diversicare Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Diversicare of Oak Ridge and how do I contact it?
Diversicare of Oak Ridge is at 100 Elmhurst Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Phone: (865) 481-3367.
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.