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Windsor House
4411 Mcallister Drive, Huntsville, AL 35805
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Windsor House is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Huntsville, Alabama, certified for 117 beds and caring for about 100 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Alabama median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 24 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (11, 1, 12 by cycle, most recent first), 4 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 20.5 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 7.7.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $266K.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), below the Alabama median of 3.9; nursing staff turnover is 56.8%.
CMS flags that the facility has not had a standard health inspection in more than two years.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Madison Co. median | Alabama median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 24 | 10 | 9 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 20.5 | 10.0 | 7.7 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.8 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 56.8% | 55.1% | 46.7% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $266,231 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (12 in the county, 224 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Alabama average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 29 May 2021, 7 Mar 2019.
Severity mix: J ×2 G ×2 D ×17 E ×2 F ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 20 Sep 2023 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | J | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 20 Sep 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 20 Sep 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 20 Sep 2023 | F0740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Oct 2023 |
| 24 Aug 2023 | F0584 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 28 Sep 2023 |
| 24 Aug 2023 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Sep 2023 |
| 24 Aug 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Sep 2023 |
| 24 Aug 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Sep 2023 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | G | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | G | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0625 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | F | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 29 May 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2021 |
| 7 Mar 2019 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2018 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Standard survey | 10 May 2018 |
| 5 Apr 2018 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 10 May 2018 |
| 5 Apr 2018 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 10 May 2018 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug 2023 | Fine | $266,231 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Alabama average. Turnover: nursing staff 56.8%, RNs 72.2%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Alabama median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 1.1% | 11.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 4.3% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.6% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 7.0% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 1.5% | 11.3% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.2% | 4.9% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 20.6% | 20.2% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Diversicare Windsor House, Llc. Chain: Diversicare Healthcare (44 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diversicare Leasing LP | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/26/2000 |
| Advocat Finance, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 12/18/1996 |
| Dac Newcorp Inc | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 04/04/2022 |
| Diversicare Healthcare Services LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/10/1994 |
| Diversicare Management Services LP. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 10/10/1996 |
| Diversicare Management Services LP. | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2024 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Madison County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Ctr At Magnolia Trace | Huntsville | 59 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 6.8 | — | 17 May 2022 |
| Diversicare of Big Springs | Huntsville | 145 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 6.2 | — | 27 Jan 2022 |
| Fairview At Redstone Village | Huntsville | 56 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5.4 | — | 17 Feb 2022 |
| Valley View Health and Rehabilitation, LLC | Madison | 155 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 6.5 | — | 22 Apr 2022 |
| Brookshire Healthcare Center | Huntsville | 129 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 6.2 | — | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Madison Manor Nursing Home | Madison | 80 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 10.0 | — | 15 Aug 2024 |
| South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Owens Cross Roads | 81 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 8.6 | — | 14 Jul 2023 |
| Huntsville Health & Rehabilitation, LLC | Huntsville | 105 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 19 | 18.1 | — | 21 May 2026 |
All 12 facilities in Madison County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Windsor House been cited for?
24 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 4 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Alabama median is 9 per facility.
Has Windsor House been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $266K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Windsor House compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.8 hours per resident per day against a Alabama median of 3.9 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Windsor House?
It is part of the Diversicare Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Diversicare Leasing LP, Advocat Finance, LLC and Dac Newcorp Inc. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Windsor House last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 20 Sep 2023; the most recent standard health survey was 29 May 2021.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.