Life Care Center of Waynesville

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Waynesville, MO

CMS overall rating

700 Birch Ln, Waynesville, MO 65583-2275 View map

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Life Care Center of Waynesville accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Life Care Center of Waynesville accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Life Care Center of Waynesville

Life Care Center of Waynesville is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility at 700 Birch Lane in Waynesville, Missouri. It’s operated by Waynesville Medical Investors, LLC, in Pulaski County. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcome, with a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care stays. A secured Alzheimer’s and dementia unit exists.

CMS scores the facility 1 star, 62 percent below Missouri average, driven by below-average health inspection and staffing sub-ratings. Quality measures run modestly above state average, the one positive in an otherwise poor sub-rating picture. Across 6 health inspections since 2022, the facility recorded 31 total citations, including 1 serious finding, with a $22,000 federal fine issued in March 2025. No immediate jeopardy findings or payment denials are on record. Nurse hours reach 3h 45m per resident per day, roughly aligned with Missouri average. At 64 percent occupancy near Missouri’s 66.6 percent average, the facility generally has availability.

Amenities include a community re-entry program, a certified dietitian, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a fine dining program. In place are full-time certified activity director and active resident council.

The secured dementia unit and rehabilitation capacity makes the facility best for memory care residents and post-acute stays in Pulaski County.

Facility Direct Line (573) 774-6456

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to state averages

Total nursing care / resident

3h 45m per day

vs avg

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +57% above state avg

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	23m per day	▼ 18% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	1h 4m per day	▲ 57% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 12m per day	▼ 5% State avg: 2h 19m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 5m per day	■ Avg State avg: 3h 3m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	2m per day	▼ 5% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	12m per day	▼ 38% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

65 days

120-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

26 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 51 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

63%

Similar to the Missouri average: 66.6%

Occupied beds

76 / 120

Average occupied beds in Missouri homes 72 beds

Facility TypeSkilled Nursing Facility

StatusActive

IssuanceOctober 1, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027

CountyPulaski

License Number053021

CMS Certification Number265294

Certification TypeMedicare / Medicaid

Life Care Center of Waynesville is legally operated by Waynesville Medical Investors, LLC, and administered by Melissa Schuettler.

Corporate EntityWAYNESVILLE MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC

Owner NameWaynesville Medical Investors, LLC

Skilled Nursing Facility

120 units

Total beds

120 units

Safety Features24-hour security and fire safety systems

Rehabilitation Services

24-Hour Staffing

Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Beauty Salon

Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights

Certified Dietitian

Community Re-Entry Program

Complimentary Wireless Internet

Daily Activity Schedule

Family/Resident Councils

Fine Dining Program

Flat-Screen Tvs

Flexible Visiting Hours

Full-Time Certified Activity Director

Homelike Setting

Housekeeping And Laundry Services

Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards

Library

Non-Smoking Facility

Pet Visitors Allowed

Private And Semi-Private Rooms

Private Bathrooms

Religious Services

Patient/Family Education Program

Telephone And Cable Television Hookups

Transportation Services

Religious Services

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 32 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Missouri state average

Overall vs. MO average

Latest Inspection November 24, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	MO Average	vs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	32	35	This facility has 9% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (32 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 9% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2022.	8	8.8	This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (8 vs. MO avg 8.8).↓ 9% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	4.6	2.9	This facility has 59% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (4.6 vs. MO avg 2.9).↑ 59% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	MO Average	vs. MO Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	7	12	This facility has had 42% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (7 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 42% fewer

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Inspections since 2022

Total health inspections 6

State average N/A

Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations

State average N/A

Citations per inspection

5.17

State average N/A

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

27 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Critical health citations

In line with State average

State average: N/A

Serious health citations

In line with State average

State average: N/A

0 critical citations State average: N/A

1 serious citation State average: N/A

24 moderate citations State average: N/A

6 minor citations State average: N/A

Citations history (last 4 years)

Infection Control moderate citation Mar 17, 2025

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 17, 2025

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 17, 2025

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 17, 2025

Corrected

Total staff 140

Employees 99

Contractors 41

Staff to resident ratio 1.71 : 1

0% compared with State average

State average ratio: 0 : 0

Avg staff/day 41

Average shift 8 hours

0% compared with State average

State average: 0 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 30,348

Nursing staff breakdown

8.8 hours

8.2 hours

Contractor staffing

2,360 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 31 Registered Nurse: 6 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	34	0	34	10,994	92	100%	8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse	16	31	47	6,494	92	100%	8.8
Medication Aide/Technician	9	0	9	2,816	92	100%	9
Nurse Aide in Training	9	0	9	1,655	76	83%	7.8
Registered Nurse	6	6	12	1,449	92	100%	8.8
Speech Language Pathologist	5	0	5	1,224	68	74%	6.8
RN Director of Nursing	2	0	2	1,040	64	70%	9
Clinical Nurse Specialist	4	0	4	762	53	58%	8
Administrator	2	0	2	552	66	72%	8
Mental Health Service Worker	1	0	1	549	68	74%	8.1
Dietitian	1	0	1	527	71	77%	7.4
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	456	56	61%	8.1
Physical Therapy Aide	2	0	2	452	65	71%	6.6
Physical Therapy Assistant	1	0	1	450	63	68%	7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff	2	0	2	370	52	57%	6.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician	2	1	3	222	49	53%	4.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist	1	0	1	220	55	60%	4
Qualified Social Worker	1	0	1	48	35	38%	1.4
Medical Director	0	1	1	35	3	3%	11.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	2	2	34	4	4%	8.6

34 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

47 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

9 Medication Aide/Technician

% of Days 100%

9 Nurse Aide in Training

% of Days 83%

12 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

5 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 74%

2 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 70%

4 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 58%

2 Administrator

% of Days 72%

1 Mental Health Service Worker

% of Days 74%

1 Dietitian

% of Days 77%

1 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 61%

2 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 71%

1 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 68%

2 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 57%

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 53%

1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

% of Days 60%

1 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 38%

1 Medical Director

% of Days 3%

2 Occupational Therapy Assistant

% of Days 4%

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Total fines amount $22K

70% lower than State average

State average: $73K

Number of fines 1

59% fewer fines than State average

State average: 2.4

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than State average

State average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison

This facility $22K

State average $73K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Mar 17, 2025 · $22K

Civil Money Penalty Mar 17, 2025

$22K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 4.5

59% better than State average

State average: 10.9

Functional decline score 11.9

39% better than State average

State average: 19.5

Long-stay resident measures

Significantly above average State avg: 2.7

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 6.4%

68% better than State average

State average: 19.8%

Walking Ability Worsened 3.1%

85% better than State average

State average: 20.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 26.2%

45% worse than State average

State average: 18.1%

Falls with Major Injury 3.8%

5% better than State average

State average: 4.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 7.7%

54% worse than State average

State average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection 0.8%

72% better than State average

State average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight 1.4%

76% better than State average

State average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms 11.6%

10% better than State average

State average: 12.8%

Antipsychotic Use 10.5%

52% better than State average

State average: 22.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 70.6%

17% worse than State average

State average: 85.2%

Influenza Vaccine 87.5%

In line with State average

State average: 90.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 1.20

42% better than State average

State average: 2.08

ED visits per 1,000 days 2.09

11% better than State average

State average: 2.35

Short-stay resident measures

Below average State avg: 2.1

Pneumococcal Vaccine 23.1%

65% worse than State average

State average: 66.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase 1.9%

14% better than State average

State average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine 26.5%

58% worse than State average

State average: 63.5%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 30.6%

21% worse than State average

State average: 25.3%

Emergency department visits 16.0%

19% worse than State average

State average: 13.4%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than State average

State average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 69.6%

30% better than State average

State average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 45.9%

9% worse than State average

State average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

49% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 28 days

Medicaid

27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Total residents 82

Medicare

15.9% of residents

Medicaid

53.7% of residents

Private pay or other

30.5% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Waynesville from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Occupancy Rate 63.7% ↑ 11.1pp vs 2022

Net Patient Income -$971.4K ↑ ~$330.2K vs 2022

Payroll Costs $4.2M ↑ ~$663.9K vs 2022

Operating Margin -16.0% ↑ 12.2pp vs 2022

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	66.4%	74.2%	88.3%	96.8%	87.4%	85.8%	81.1%	83.7%	79.8%	65.7%	51.3%	52.6%	63.7%
Beds	104	92	92	92	99	107	105	105	106	106	106	106	106
Net Income	$912,069	$421,507	$317,925	$697,341	$206,743	$350,782	$295,824	$558,594	$766,624	$621,958	$303,639	-$1,292,177	-$960,309
Gross Revenue	$5,574,474	$5,997,087	$6,402,982	$7,306,580	$7,361,584	$7,701,260	$7,444,914	$7,833,081	$8,098,613	$7,321,656	$6,524,014	$6,593,163	$7,798,685
Operating Expenses	$4,618,248	$5,109,314	$5,475,060	$5,955,836	$6,419,743	$6,426,940	$6,244,281	$6,028,256	$6,180,898	$6,400,370	$5,329,519	$5,916,764	$7,051,386
Net Patient Income	$904,888	$412,485	$304,372	$682,611	$188,629	$331,834	$238,838	$542,717	$747,919	-$285,274	-$750,992	-$1,301,656	-$971,416
Net Patient Revenue	$5,523,136	$5,521,799	$5,779,432	$6,638,447	$6,608,372	$6,758,774	$6,483,119	$6,570,973	$6,928,817	$6,115,096	$4,578,527	$4,615,108	$6,079,970
Payroll Costs	$2,519,882	$3,084,124	$3,242,416	$3,503,801	$3,797,980	$3,861,257	$3,714,235	$3,525,719	$3,616,182	$3,506,652	$2,975,768	$3,502,554	$4,166,419
Operating Margin %	16.4%	7.5%	5.3%	10.3%	2.9%	4.9%	3.7%	8.3%	10.8%	-4.7%	-16.4%	-28.2%	-16.0%
Medicare %	18.9%	13.7%	14.8%	17.2%	17.7%	14.8%	14.6%	14.1%	13.6%	14.6%	9.2%	8.7%	9.0%
Medicaid %	62.7%	70.3%	69.3%	65.6%	62.0%	62.5%	64.4%	67.0%	64.7%	63.5%	70.3%	71.3%	69.9%
Private %	18.3%	16.0%	15.9%	17.2%	20.3%	22.7%	21.0%	18.9%	21.7%	21.9%	20.5%	20.1%	21.1%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$219	$203	$195	$204	$209	$210	$207	$208	$226	$240	$231	$227	$247
Cost/Day	$183	$188	$185	$183	$203	$200	$199	$190	$202	$251	$269	$291	$286
Avg Length of Stay	131.9 days	162.6 days	156.8 days	126.5 days	109.7 days	120.8 days	112.1 days	93.9 days	92.9 days	91.1 days	89.4 days	77.1 days	65.1 days

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Net patient revenue

$6.1M

Net patient income

-$971.4K

For-profit Corporation

Net patient revenue

$6.1M

Net patient income

-$971.4K

Other income

$11.1K

Payroll costs

$4.2M 68.5% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$2.9M

Total costs

$7.1M

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

New residents most often arrive under private pay (49% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 28 days.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 23%

Private pay 49%

Medicaid 27%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 17%

Private pay 56%

Medicaid 27%

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Who is the owner of Life Care Center of Waynesville?

Life Care Center of Waynesville is legally operated by Waynesville Medical Investors, LLC, and administered by Melissa Schuettler.

Is Life Care Center of Waynesville in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Waynesville has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Life Care Center of Waynesville?

According to MO state health department records, Life Care Center of Waynesville's license number is 053021.

When does Life Care Center of Waynesville's license expire?

According to MO state health department records, Life Care Center of Waynesville's license expires on September 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Waynesville?

Life Care Center of Waynesville's occupancy is 63%.

Does Life Care Center of Waynesville operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Life Care Center of Waynesville is registered as a for-profit in MO.

Who is the administrator of Life Care Center of Waynesville?

Melissa Schuettler is the administrator of Life Care Center of Waynesville.

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Life Care Center of Waynesville

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Citations history (last 4 years)

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

34 Certified Nursing Assistant

47 Licensed Practical Nurse

9 Medication Aide/Technician

9 Nurse Aide in Training

12 Registered Nurse

5 Speech Language Pathologist

2 RN Director of Nursing

4 Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 Administrator

1 Mental Health Service Worker

1 Dietitian

1 Nurse Practitioner

2 Physical Therapy Aide

1 Physical Therapy Assistant

2 Other Dietary Services Staff

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

1 Qualified Social Worker

1 Medical Director

2 Occupational Therapy Assistant

Penalties and fines

Fines amount comparison

Fines amount comparison

Penalty History

Quality of care over time

Long-stay resident measures

Short-stay resident measures

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Facility Characteristics

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Active Resident Council

Financial Trends

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix (percentage)

Finances and operations

Who this home usually serves

Mix of rehab and long-term care

Admissions

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