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HomeAlabamaDiversicare of Riverchase

Diversicare of Riverchase

2500 Riverhaven Drive, Birmingham, AL 352442059870901WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.9on Google(68 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
132
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

How Diversicare of Riverchase Compares in Alabama

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
AL average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
AL average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
3/5
AL average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.05 hrs/day
AL average
3.88 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.44 hrs/day
AL average
0.65 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
33.8%
AL average
46.9%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 3.05 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.88.
Reported RN time is 0.44 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.65.
Staff turnover is 33.8%, lower than the Alabama average of 46.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 3, 2019
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jul 1, 2021
The most recent cycle recorded 6 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,756/mo
Alabama median
Private Room
$8,517/mo
Alabama median
Jefferson County 65+
109,751
16.3% of county
County Population
672,265
Jefferson County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Diversicare of Riverchase is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Birmingham, Alabama with 132 certified beds. It has been operating since 1979. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
132
Avg Residents/Day
121.2
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 1, 1979
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Jul 1, 2021
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
15.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Jul 1, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 3, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 15, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.99 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.62 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.44 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.05 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.70 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
33.8%
RN Turnover
50.0%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (15)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DIVERSICARE LEASING COMPANY III LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 1, 2016
ADVOCAT FINANCE, LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2016
DAC NEWCORP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AApr 4, 2022
DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP.5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2016
ALVIS, ADAMW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AFeb 20, 2023
KELLMAN, FRANKLINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 13, 2024
KOHN, BRIANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 19, 2021
RATNER, ERANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 19, 2021
BODIE, REBECCACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 2, 2020
NEE, STEPHENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 20, 2023
RATNER, ERANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 13, 2024
WEISHAAR, MATTHEWCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 1, 2003
RATNER, ERANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 13, 2024
DMS GP LLCGENERAL PARTNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AApr 4, 2022
DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLCLIMITED PARTNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AApr 4, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Diversicare of Riverchase and nearby alternatives.

All Alabama facilities
Diversicare of Riverchase
Birmingham, ALCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Galleria Woods Skilled Nursing Facility
Birmingham, AL1.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
South Haven Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL2.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover, LLC
Hoover, AL2.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River
Vestavia, AL4.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Brookdale University Park SNF (al)
Birmingham, AL5.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
Birmingham, AL6.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $6,682
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Diversicare of Riverchase
Birmingham, AL · Current facility
—3/53/53/5None recorded
Galleria Woods Skilled Nursing Facility
Birmingham, AL
1.8 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
South Haven Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL
2.3 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover, LLC
Hoover, AL
2.6 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River
Vestavia, AL
4.7 mi1/51/54/5$16,801
Brookdale University Park SNF (al)
Birmingham, AL
5.7 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
Birmingham, AL
6.2 mi1/51/53/5$6,682

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Diversicare of Riverchase?▾
Diversicare of Riverchase has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Diversicare of Riverchase cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Alabama is $7,756/month for a semi-private room and $8,517/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Diversicare of Riverchase participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Diversicare of Riverchase had any health inspection violations?▾
Diversicare of Riverchase had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 1, 2021). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Diversicare of Riverchase?▾
Diversicare of Riverchase provides 3.05 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.44 RN hours, 0.62 LPN hours, and 1.99 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 33.8%.
How many beds does Diversicare of Riverchase have?▾
Diversicare of Riverchase has 132 certified beds with an average of 121.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 92% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Diversicare Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Diversicare of Riverchase?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Alabama, including 4 in Birmingham. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Diversicare of Riverchase?▾
On Google Maps, Diversicare of Riverchase has a rating of 2.9 out of 5 based on 68 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

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