Diversicare of Meridian
Diversicare of Meridian is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Diversicare of Meridian is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Diversicare of Meridian
Diversicare of Meridian is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Diversicare of Meridian is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Located in the heart of Mississippi, Diversicare of Meridian offers a sanctuary for patients and residents on their journey toward renewed confidence, self-respect, and a higher level of independence. Specializing in a wide array of services, including short-term rehabilitation, complex medical care, and long-term care needs, the center is committed to providing exceptional care tailored to individual requirements. Here, expert care meets genuine empathy, creating an environment where residents feel valued and supported as they navigate their paths to recovery and well-being.
At Diversicare of Meridian, the commitment to excellence extends to specialized services for veterans, including short-stay skilled services that encompass a range of critical healthcare needs. From wound care and cardiac care to IV therapy, dialysis care, pulmonary and respiratory care, and beyond, residents receive top-notch medical attention tailored to their unique circumstances. Amidst the tranquil surroundings, residents find not just comfort but a true sense of belonging.
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll outlays align with state averages, keeping staffing resources on par with peers. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
Occupancy
Finance
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
House Specifics:
OperationsQuality Ratings
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
About this community
Additional licensing details
Ownership & operating entity
Diversicare of Meridian is legally operated by Diversicare of Meridian, LLC, and administrated by Raquel Guise.
Care Services
Types of Care at Diversicare of Meridian
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.Hospice Care
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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 8.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 8.1 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Contractor Analysis
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 41 | 0 | 41 | 15,065 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 6,307 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 3,012 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,459 | 77 | 85% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 545 | 73 | 80% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 484 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 373 | 63 | 69% | 5.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 352 | 65 | 71% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 345 | 65 | 71% | 5.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 117 | 19 | 21% | 6.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 42 | 9 | 10% | 4.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2021 – May 2025)
Citation Severity Distribution
Top Deficiency Categories
Citation Sources
State Comparison (MS)
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2025 | F | Administration | F0851 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0565 | Corrected |
| May 21, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Mar 13, 2025 | G | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jan 25, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | F | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Dec 03, 2021 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Dec 03, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Dec 03, 2021 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Dec 03, 2021 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Resident Census by Payment Source
Programs & Services
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Penalties & Fines
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalty History
Showing all 1 penalties (Mar 2025 - Mar 2025)
Guides for Better Senior Living
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Mississippi Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
- MS Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural focus.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- MS Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
- General: Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- General: Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
- MS Specifics: 10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MS Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Mississippi Seniors
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
- MS Specifics:Higher asset limit; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- MS Specifics:Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Assisted Living (AL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
- MS Specifics:10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MS Specifics:High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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