Best Nursing Homes in Missouri

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May 2026

We analyzed

551 homes in Missouri

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Missouri Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Missouri: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

Other Senior care options in Missouri:

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The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.

43 facilities compared · CMS & MO Dept. of Health data

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Sunrise of Des Peres		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Des Peres	102 Facility 102 MO AVG 97 Rank #172 / 454	67.6% Facility 67.6% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #163 / 283	+1%	3.50 Facility 3.50 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #168 / 276				+4%	-6%	$265.2k Facility $265.2k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #277 / 283	87 Facility 87 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #272 / 281	7.9 Facility 7.9 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #243 / 281	13	118	A+	50 Facility 50 MO AVG 45 Rank #244 / 563	Mary Grodeon	$15.6M Facility $15.6M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #32 / 286	$7.7M Facility $7.7M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #31 / 286	49.2% Facility 49.2% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #186 / 286	265834
StoneBridge Senior Living Oak Tree		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Jefferson City	42 Facility 42 MO AVG 97 Rank #413 / 454	42.9% Facility 42.9% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #266 / 283	-36%	-				-60%	-	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	21 Facility 21 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #80 / 281	3.5 Facility 3.5 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #57 / 281	1	29	-	27 Facility 27 MO AVG 45 Rank #414 / 563	Ricky Doerhoff	$5.0M Facility $5.0M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #203 / 286	$2.3M Facility $2.3M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #231 / 286	46.9% Facility 46.9% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #208 / 286	265819
Cottages of Lake St. Louis		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Lake St Louis (Lake Saint Louis)	60 Facility 60 MO AVG 97 Rank #345 / 454	81.7% Facility 81.7% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #89 / 283	+23%	6.04 Facility 6.04 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #6 / 276				-32%	+62%	$17.7k Facility $17.7k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #195 / 283	11 Facility 11 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #25 / 281	2.8 Facility 2.8 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #22 / 281	2	56	-	13 Facility 13 MO AVG 45 Rank #486 / 563	Cottages Master LLC	$9.9M Facility $9.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #74 / 286	$5.5M Facility $5.5M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #67 / 286	55.4% Facility 55.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #133 / 286	265860
Republic Nursing and Rehab		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Republic	127 Facility 127 MO AVG 97 Rank #83 / 454	74.0% Facility 74.0% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #133 / 283	+11%	3.82 Facility 3.82 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #124 / 276				+34%	+2%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	23 Facility 23 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #95 / 281	4.6 Facility 4.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #106 / 281	-	109	-	48 Facility 48 MO AVG 45 Rank #262 / 563	Darius Love	$8.3M Facility $8.3M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #98 / 286	$5.2M Facility $5.2M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #73 / 286	62.8% Facility 62.8% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #75 / 286	265326
Armour Oaks Senior Living Community		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Kansas City (Waldo Homes)	38 Facility 38 MO AVG 97 Rank #424 / 454	100.0% Facility 100.0% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #1 / 283	+50%	3.03 Facility 3.03 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #230 / 276				-27%	-19%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	39 Facility 39 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #183 / 281	6.5 Facility 6.5 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #200 / 281	-	100	A+	73 Facility 73 MO AVG 45 Rank #70 / 563	Womens Christian Association Of Kansas City Missouri	$2.9M Facility $2.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #264 / 286	$2.4M Facility $2.4M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #221 / 286	81.6% Facility 81.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #13 / 286	265802
The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Springfield	120 Facility 120 MO AVG 97 Rank #90 / 454	82.5% Facility 82.5% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #85 / 283	+24%	4.37 Facility 4.37 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #56 / 276				+31%	+17%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	23 Facility 23 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #95 / 281	4.6 Facility 4.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #106 / 281	-	93	-	33 Facility 33 MO AVG 45 Rank #369 / 563	Eric Windham	$13.6M Facility $13.6M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #48 / 286	$6.5M Facility $6.5M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #48 / 286	47.7% Facility 47.7% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #201 / 286	265799
Farmington Presbyterian Manor		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Farmington	90 Facility 90 MO AVG 97 Rank #230 / 454	74.4% Facility 74.4% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #128 / 283	+12%	4.58 Facility 4.58 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #43 / 276				+49%	+23%	$12.6k Facility $12.6k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #167 / 283	9 Facility 9 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #11 / 281	2.3 Facility 2.3 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #11 / 281	1	64	A+	66 Facility 66 MO AVG 45 Rank #113 / 563	Jane Hull	$9.9M Facility $9.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #73 / 286	$6.3M Facility $6.3M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #52 / 286	63% Facility 63% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #74 / 286	265583
Moore-Few Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	-	108 Facility 108 MO AVG 97 Rank #164 / 454	42.6% Facility 42.6% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #267 / 283	-36%	3.89 Facility 3.89 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #111 / 276				-30%	+4%	$13.7k Facility $13.7k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #180 / 283	21 Facility 21 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #80 / 281	3.0 Facility 3.0 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #23 / 281	3	51	-	39 Facility 39 MO AVG 45 Rank #329 / 563	Nevada City Nursing Home	$4.9M Facility $4.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #207 / 286	$4.1M Facility $4.1M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #113 / 286	83.8% Facility 83.8% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #7 / 286	265110
Meadow View Health & Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Harrisonville	120 Facility 120 MO AVG 97 Rank #90 / 454	68.3% Facility 68.3% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #159 / 283	+3%	3.45 Facility 3.45 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #168 / 276				+101%	-8%	$17.1k Facility $17.1k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #191 / 283	50 Facility 50 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #220 / 281	5.6 Facility 5.6 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #166 / 281	5	83	-	33 Facility 33 MO AVG 45 Rank #369 / 563	Michael Catron	$10.2M Facility $10.2M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #69 / 286	$4.5M Facility $4.5M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #94 / 286	44.6% Facility 44.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #226 / 286	265362
Kirksville Manor Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Kirksville	132 Facility 132 MO AVG 97 Rank #72 / 454	36.4% Facility 36.4% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #278 / 283	-45%	4.51 Facility 4.51 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #47 / 276				-57%	+21%	$250.8k Facility $250.8k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #275 / 283	47 Facility 47 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #214 / 281	5.9 Facility 5.9 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #176 / 281	7	44	-	24 Facility 24 MO AVG 45 Rank #429 / 563	Kirksville Manor Inc	$4.4M Facility $4.4M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #222 / 286	$4.0M Facility $4.0M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #126 / 286	89.4% Facility 89.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #3 / 286	265247
Delmar Gardens of Chesterfield		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Chesterfield (Walnut Hill Plaza)	237 Facility 237 MO AVG 97 Rank #5 / 454	76.4% Facility 76.4% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #122 / 283	+15%	4.58 Facility 4.58 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #43 / 276				-62%	+23%	$17.2k Facility $17.2k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #192 / 283	42 Facility 42 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #191 / 281	8.4 Facility 8.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #254 / 281	1	164	-	36 Facility 36 MO AVG 45 Rank #350 / 563	Kavitha Nallabelli	$26.1M Facility $26.1M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #12 / 286	$11.0M Facility $11.0M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #8 / 286	42.4% Facility 42.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #246 / 286	265170
Breeze Park – Lutheran Senior Services		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Weldon Spring	81 Facility 81 MO AVG 97 Rank #270 / 454	74.9% Facility 74.9% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #125 / 283	+12%	5.01 Facility 5.01 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #31 / 276				-16%	+34%	$41.3k Facility $41.3k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #222 / 283	16 Facility 16 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #55 / 281	4.0 Facility 4.0 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #75 / 281	2	46	A+	2 Facility 2 MO AVG 45 Rank #545 / 563	Holly Stevens	$20.9M Facility $20.9M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #17 / 286	$12.2M Facility $12.2M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #6 / 286	58.6% Facility 58.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #105 / 286	265767
Cedarcrest Manor	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Nursing Homes In Washington (Union Street)	177 Facility 177 MO AVG 97 Rank #32 / 454	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	41 Facility 41 MO AVG 45 Rank #322 / 563	#N/A	$289.9k Facility $289.9k MO AVG $8.4M Rank #286 / 286	$259.2k Facility $259.2k MO AVG $3.3M Rank #286 / 286	89.4% Facility 89.4% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #3 / 286	265202
Creve Coeur Manor		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	St. Louis	149 Facility 149 MO AVG 97 Rank #55 / 454	49.6% Facility 49.6% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #248 / 283	-26%	3.17 Facility 3.17 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #213 / 276				-34%	-15%	$54.5k Facility $54.5k MO AVG $76.9k Rank #230 / 283	67 Facility 67 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #259 / 281	8.4 Facility 8.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #254 / 281	2	71	-	30 Facility 30 MO AVG 45 Rank #386 / 563	Jeanne Dirschuweit	$6.0M Facility $6.0M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #152 / 286	$4.0M Facility $4.0M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #122 / 286	66.6% Facility 66.6% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #52 / 286	265720
Delmar Gardens of Creve Coeur		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Creve Coeur	148 Facility 148 MO AVG 97 Rank #58 / 454	69.6% Facility 69.6% MO AVG 66.6% Rank #152 / 283	+4%	3.67 Facility 3.67 MO AVG 3.74 Rank #141 / 276				-58%	-2%	$0 Facility $0 MO AVG $76.9k Rank #1 / 283	17 Facility 17 MO AVG 36.5 Rank #61 / 281	3.4 Facility 3.4 MO AVG 5.7 Rank #46 / 281	1	92	-	26 Facility 26 MO AVG 45 Rank #418 / 563	Antoine Wiley	$14.6M Facility $14.6M MO AVG $8.4M Rank #40 / 286	$5.9M Facility $5.9M MO AVG $3.3M Rank #60 / 286	40.1% Facility 40.1% MO AVG 45.6% Rank #257 / 286	265343

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data
5 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating

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What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Missouri?

Assisted living in Missouri is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Missouri Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Missouri Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 208 nursing homes in Missouri. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Missouri?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Missouri, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Missouri?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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