DIVERSICARE OF MARION

Diversicare of Marion is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 505 East Lafayette Street in Marion, Alabama, within Perry County. The facility operates with 71 certified beds and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It is classified as an active provider in the CMS national database. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated based on three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Diversicare of Marion received a 4-star rating in health inspections, reflecting inspection and citation history reviewed by state and federal surveyors. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below average when compared to other certified nursing facilities nationally. This component accounts for both registered nurse hours and total nurse staffing per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest available, reflecting performance on a set of clinical indicators used to assess resident care outcomes. Diversicare of Marion accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance or state-administered assistance programs. Families and individuals seeking placement at this facility should confirm current bed availability, specific service offerings, and any private pay requirements directly with the facility. Coverage details and eligibility can vary based on individual circumstances and the specific level of care required. When evaluated against national benchmarks, Diversicare of Marion presents a mixed profile across its three rating components. The overall 5-star rating is notably higher than the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in part by the strong quality measure score. The health inspection rating of 4 stars is also above the national average, while the staffing rating of 2 stars falls below it. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review each component independently, as the overall rating reflects a combined calculation that may not capture the full picture of any single domain. The CMS Care Compare database provides the most current and detailed information on inspection reports, staffing data, and quality measure breakdowns for this and comparable facilities.