Elsberry Missouri Health Care Center
1827 Hwy B · Elsberry, MO · 63343 · 5738982880
56 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 26% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $28,704 |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G July 31, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected September 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
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.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 19, 2023
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 19, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2025 | Fine | $28,704 |
| July 31, 2025 | Payment Denial | 4 days |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265825 · certified since January 1, 2009. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.