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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Ideally situated near Huntsville Hospital Medical Mall in Huntsville, AL, Diversicare of Big Springs is an outstanding community that offers memory care, long-term care, complex medical care, hospice care, and rehabilitation. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Residents can keep their peace of mind in the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.
Residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged, with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Delightful and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s wide range of care and state-of-the-art amenities creates the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 93rd out of 118 homes in Alabama.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 35m per day | ▼ 8% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 24m per day | ▼ 49% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 59m per day | ▼ 21% State avg: 2h 30m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 33m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▲ 50% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 21m per day | ▼ 5% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
60% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #45 / 117Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 117 homes in Alabama.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Alabama average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Alabama average: 80.8%Diversicare of Big Springs is administrated by Bevery T. Cox.
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Wellness Programs
In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 8 years.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Alabama average: 1 complaint visit
Alabama average: 1 inspection
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Alabama average: 17 deficiencies
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with recurring issues in resident care and environmental cleanliness. On May 11, 2023, inspectors cited three deficiencies, including dusty air conditioner vents in eight of twelve rooms, missed showers for a dependent resident, and serving noodles against a documented food preference. Earlier reports flagged failures in infection control, medication management, and training, showing inconsistent compliance but no immediate jeopardy or fines.
Alabama average 2.9
Last Health inspection on May 2023
Alabama average 10.4
Alabama average 3.46
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 12 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.7
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.2
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
May 11, 2023
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 11, 2023
Corrected
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
May 11, 2023
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 27, 2022
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Diversicare of Big Springs is located in Huntsville, Alabama.
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Huntsville's city center to Diversicare of Big Springs's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
33% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average ratio: 1.57:1
8% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 7.9 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
3,044 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 0 | 50 | 18,038 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 5,116 | 91 | 100% | 10.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 3,901 | 91 | 100% | 10.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,618 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,114 | 67 | 74% | 8.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 632 | 65 | 71% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 607 | 70 | 77% | 5.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 597 | 84 | 92% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 566 | 66 | 73% | 5.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 54 | 59% | 8.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 69 | 76% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 418 | 55 | 60% | 7.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 385 | 63 | 69% | 6.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 294 | 65 | 71% | 3.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 244 | 34 | 37% | 7.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 55 | 9 | 10% | 6.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 51 | 9 | 10% | 5.7 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
112Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.8
35% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 8.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.3
8% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 14.5
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.4%
47% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.8%
45% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 16.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.8%
75% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 3.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
6% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
81% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.6%
33% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.2%
31% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 20.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.3%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.5%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 94.8%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.38
19% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.00
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.21
79% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.79
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
66.6%
20% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 83.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.7%
19% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
55.1%
31% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 80.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
24.8%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 24.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.8%
32% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 11.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
40.0%
25% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.5%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
| Diversicare of Big Springs |
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Diversicare of Big Springs is in the Twickenham Square neighborhood of Huntsville.
Diversicare of Big Springs has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Bevery T. Cox is the administrator of Diversicare of Big Springs.
Diversicare of Big Springs has 135 beds.
Diversicare of Big Springs is located at 500 St Clair Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35801.
(256) 539-5111 will put you in contact with the team at Diversicare of Big Springs.
Diversicare of Big Springs is in Madison County.
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