Skilled Nursing
Huntsville, AL · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Huntsville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,110–$9,810/mo
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Diversicare of Big Springs
500 St. Clair Avenue Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801 · Madison County
72
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (127 of 145 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Huntsville
Diversicare of Big Springs is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Huntsville, AL, with 145 certified beds and an average of about 127 residents per day. It operates as part of the Diversicare Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.62 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.03 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Huntsville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 145
- Avg. residents/day
- 127
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Diversicare Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015111
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,110–$9,810/mo (median $8,730) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Huntsville prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.62
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 2
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2022-01-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2022-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
2022-01-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2021-03-26Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
2019-07-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2019-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
2019-07-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2019-07-18Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2019-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
Location
500 St. Clair Avenue Southwest, Huntsville, AL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Diversicare of Big Springs
How much does Diversicare of Big Springs cost?
Diversicare of Big Springs does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Huntsville, AL area typically runs $8,110–$9,810 per month (median $8,730, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Diversicare of Big Springs's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Diversicare of Big Springs 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Diversicare of Big Springs?
Staff provide about 3.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Diversicare of Big Springs?
Diversicare of Big Springs has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2022-01-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Diversicare of Big Springs have availability?
Typically 87% full (127 of 145 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Diversicare of Big Springs offer?
Diversicare of Big Springs in Huntsville, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 145 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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