DIVERSICARE OF LANETT
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Diversicare of Lanett holds a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is recommended and performs above average compared to other facilities. It ranks #50 out of 223 in Alabama, placing it in the top half of state facilities, and is the best option among the four nursing homes in Chambers County. The facility is showing improvement, having reduced issues from one in 2022 to none in 2023. Staffing is rated at 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 52%, which is average compared to the state average of 48%. While there are no recorded fines, which is a positive sign, there have been concerns regarding food safety practices and care plan adherence, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Alabama
- #50/223
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Alabama. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Alabama avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Dec 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, medical record review and review of Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual Chapter 4, the facility fai...
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Apr 2021
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to store a liquid topical medication in a locked compartment away from residents with dementia who independently use the t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, policy review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure administration or declination of pneumococca...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and review of the facility's policies and documents, the facility failed to store, prepare, d...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to post the nurse staffing data on a daily basis at the beginning of each shift. This failure can result in residents and visito...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Alabama.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Diversicare Of Lanett's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns DIVERSICARE OF LANETT an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Alabama, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Diversicare Of Lanett Staffed?
CMS rates DIVERSICARE OF LANETT's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Alabama average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 88%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Diversicare Of Lanett?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at DIVERSICARE OF LANETT during 2021 to 2022. These included: 4 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Diversicare Of Lanett?
DIVERSICARE OF LANETT is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 85 certified beds and approximately 82 residents (about 96% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in LANETT, Alabama.
How Does Diversicare Of Lanett Compare to Other Alabama Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Alabama, DIVERSICARE OF LANETT's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Diversicare Of Lanett?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Diversicare Of Lanett Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, DIVERSICARE OF LANETT has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Alabama. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Diversicare Of Lanett Stick Around?
DIVERSICARE OF LANETT has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Alabama average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Diversicare Of Lanett Ever Fined?
DIVERSICARE OF LANETT has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Diversicare Of Lanett on Any Federal Watch List?
DIVERSICARE OF LANETT is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.