Diversicare of Southaven
1730 Dorchester Dr · Southaven, MS · 38671 · 6623930050
140 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Diversicare Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $12,948 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.50 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.12 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 7 · $59,175 |
Inspection citations (42 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 19, 2026 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G March 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G March 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
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.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F March 20, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025 · found via 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.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2024 · found via 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.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected June 3, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 20, 2025 | Fine | $6,474 |
| March 20, 2025 | Fine | $6,474 |
| March 20, 2024 | Fine | $6,422 |
| March 20, 2024 | Fine | $6,422 |
| March 20, 2024 | Fine | $23,491 |
| November 2, 2023 | Fine | $4,946 |
| November 2, 2023 | Fine | $4,946 |
| November 2, 2023 | Payment Denial | 15 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 255109 · certified since April 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.