Forsyth Care Center
477 Coy Blvd · Forsyth, MO · 65653 · 4175466337
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: James & Judy Lincoln
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 72 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
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.96 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
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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 | 2.96 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.40 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 17, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 11, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 11, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 11, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 25, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 31, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected August 31, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 26, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 31, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 27, 2021 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2021
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected August 31, 2021 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2021
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 31, 2021 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265605 · certified since May 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.