Diversicare of Council Grove
400 Sunset Drive, Council Grove, KS 66846
Diversicare of Council Grove is a nursing home in Council Grove, Kansas. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJuly 8, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Health citations since December 5, 202233 (Kansas average 28)
- Fines in the past three yearsNone listed by CMS
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on July 8, 2026
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2022.
Citation F0882. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0947. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0636. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0887. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on July 8, 2026
14 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0343. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0712 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0761 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0211 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0372. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0374. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 3 times since 2022.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on July 8, 2025
5 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
36 of 296 Kansas homes (12%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
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Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.
Citation F0925. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 2 times since 2024.
Health inspection on June 12, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 18, 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Health inspection on August 28, 2024
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0851. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0757 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 3, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on August 28, 2024
15 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 31, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0372. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on December 5, 2022
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0868. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 11, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on December 5, 2022
9 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (620) 767-5172
- Last standard health inspection
- July 8, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 60
- Residents per day, on average
- 46.8
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Diversicare of Council Grove, LLC
- Chain
- Diversicare Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Kansas average (33 vs 28).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- DIVERSICARE KANSAS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/29/2013
- ADVOCAT FINANCE, LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/29/2013
- DAC NEWCORP INC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 04/04/2022
- DIVERSICARE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 05/10/1994
- DIVERSICARE HOLDING COMPANY LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/29/2013
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- DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/29/2013
- DIVERSICARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/06/2024
Questions
When was Diversicare of Council Grove last inspected?
CMS lists July 8, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Diversicare of Council Grove have?
CMS lists 33 health citations since December 5, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Diversicare of Council Grove been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Diversicare of Council Grove?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Diversicare of Council Grove a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.