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Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Cape Girardeau, MO
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Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Cape Girardeau, MO
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
365 South Broadview St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-5725 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau

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Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated by Cape Girardeau Operations, LLC, at 365 South Broadview Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. At 66 percent occupancy aligned with Missouri’s state average, the facility has some availability. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care averaging 46 days of stay length.

The facility is scored 1 star by CMS, 62 percent below Missouri’s average, driven by a health inspection sub-rating running 65.5 percent below the state mean. Quality measures are the one above-average sub-rating at 43.4 percent above state figure. Across 13 inspections since 2022, the facility recorded 44 total citations including 2 critical and 5 serious findings. A substantiated immediate jeopardy citation was issued in June 2025 after staff performed CPR on a resident with a documented DNR order; a $82,000 federal fine and a 19-day payment denial followed in May 2025, bringing total fines to $150,000 across four penalties in the past three years. Nurse hours run 3h 53m per resident daily, essentially aligned with Missouri’s average.

A community re-entry program, a certified dietitian, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a beauty salon and barber shop are among the amenities. Alzheimer’s and dementia care is a confirmed program.

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau serves in Cape Girardeau County a mix of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care patients.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 59.7% Below MO avg. ▼ 59.7% Below MO avg.MO average: 2.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 27.9% Below MO avg. ▼ 27.9% Below MO avg.MO average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 54.3% Below MO avg. ▼ 54.3% Below MO avg.MO average: 2.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 12.9% Above MO avg. ▲ 12.9% Above MO avg.MO average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Missouri averages

Rank #204 / 268Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 204th out of 268 homes we track in Missouri for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Missouri average, with a ranking across 268 Missouri facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 204th out of 268 homes we track in Missouri for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

3h 8m

16% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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.
29m
+5% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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 1m
+48% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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.
1h 38m
−30% State avg: 2h 19m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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.
2h 46m
−10% State avg: 3h 3m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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.
6m
+213% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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.
15m
−24% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 28m per day

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +213% above Missouri average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 120 Rank #87 / 450Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 450 homes we track in Missouri for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Missouri facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #74 / 227Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 227 homes we track in Missouri for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Missouri facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
11 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #113 / 545Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 545 homes we track in Missouri for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
66 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #220 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 220th out of 407 homes we track in Missouri for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Missouri average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
66% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Missouri average: 66.5%
Occupied beds
79 / 120
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
46 days
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Nursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 31, 2026
ExpirationJanuary 30, 2028
CountyCape Girardeau
License Number053327
CMS Certification Number265185
Certification TypeMedicare / Medicaid

Ownership & Operating Entity

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is legally operated by Cape Girardeau Operations, LLC, and administered by Christine Hopson.

Corporate EntityCAPE GIRARDEAU OPERATIONS, LLC
Owner NameCape Girardeau Operations, LLC

Type Of Units

Skilled Nursing Facility
120 units
Total beds
120 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Emergency Call System
Wi-Fi
Activities
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Courtyard
Library
Religious Services
Cable Tv
Transportation

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Inspection History

In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 100 deficiencies 25 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2018 vs. Missouri state average
Overall vs. MO average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Missouri average:
• Total deficiencies (52% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Missouri average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 10066 This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Missouri nursing home (100 vs. MO avg 66).↑ 52% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.05.12 This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri nursing home (4 vs. MO avg 5.12).↓ 22% better

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

This FacilityMO Averagevs. MO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2512 This facility has had 108% more total inspections than the Missouri average (25 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 108% more
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CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2022 · 4 years of data
Total health inspections 11

Missouri average 6.6

Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations
44 Rank #196 / 274Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 196th out of 274 homes we track in Missouri for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Missouri State average, with a ranking across all 274 MO facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Missouri average 36.5

Citations per inspection
4 Rank #71 / 274Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 274 homes we track in Missouri for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Missouri mean across 274 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Missouri average 5.67

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

28 of 44 citations resulted from standard inspections; 13 of 44 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 44 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
2
186% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.7

Serious health citations
5
400% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 1

2 critical citations Missouri average: 0.7
5 serious citations Missouri average: 1
36 moderate citations Missouri average: 33.6
1 minor citation Missouri average: 1.2
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care critical citation Jun 27, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation May 22, 2025
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 143
Employees 111
Contractors 32
Staff to resident ratio 1.63 : 1
0% compared with Missouri average
Missouri average ratio: 1.69 : 1 Missouri average ratio: 1.69 : 1See full Missouri ranking
Avg staff/day 47
Average shift 8.7 hours
7% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 8.1 hours Missouri average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Missouri ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 37,654

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 6 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 43 total: 15 full-time employees and 28 contractors. 43
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 46 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 46
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

12%

4,532 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 28 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4604615,18492100%9
Licensed Practical Nurse1528439,34392100%10
Medication Aide/Technician3031,6589199%10.2
Speech Language Pathologist4041,4496672%6.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061,4136672%7.7
Registered Nurse6061,3257177%10.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician3038446672%6.7
Physical Therapy Aide4047996874%6.4
Physical Therapy Assistant4047026672%5.6
Other Dietary Services Staff2026648390%7.3
Nurse Practitioner2025766672%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1125536672%8
Administrator1015286672%8
Dietitian1015026166%8.2
Qualified Social Worker5054686874%5.1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1014395762%7.7
RN Director of Nursing2023734953%7.6
Dental Services Staff1013184448%7.2
Mental Health Service Worker3032603235%8.1
Nurse Aide in Training1011942729%7.2
Medical Director0113533%11.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0222833%9.4
46 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
43 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 99%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 72%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $150K Rank #258 / 276Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 258th out of 276 homes we track in Missouri for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Missouri average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 276 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
105% higher than Missouri average

Missouri average: $73K

Number of fines 4
64% more fines than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
45% more payment denials than Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $150K
Missouri average $73K
Penalty History

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

5 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 22, 2025
$82K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. May 22, 2025
19 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 18, 2025
$17K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 26, 2024
$30K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.0
18% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 10.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 13.4
31% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 19.5

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Missouri avg: 2.7 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.1%
54% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 19.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 9.9%
52% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 20.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.4%
18% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 18.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.3%
18% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 4.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 10.1%
102% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 12.5%
124% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.7%
87% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 12.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.7%
74% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 22.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.1%
9% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 85.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 88.3%
In line with Missouri average

Missouri average: 90.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.76
15% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.08

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.98
16% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.35

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Missouri avg: 2.1 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 61.0%
8% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 66.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
58% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 52.3%
18% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 63.5%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 25.8%
In line with Missouri average

Missouri average: 25.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 23.0%
72% worse than Missouri average

Missouri average: 13.4%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.8%
In line with Missouri average

Missouri average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 70.2%
31% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 53.0%
5% better than Missouri average

Missouri average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

43% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 21 days

Medicaid

26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 88
Medicare
24
27.3% of residents
Medicaid
49
55.7% of residents
Private pay or other
15
17% 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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

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

For-profit
Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$11.3M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$559.4K
For-profit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$11.3M Rank #38 / 251Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 251 homes we track in Missouri. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Missouri average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$559.4K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$4.7K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #21 / 251Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 251 homes we track in Missouri. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Missouri average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.9M 60.8% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #67 / 251Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 251 homes we track in Missouri. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Missouri average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Missouri that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.9M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$10.8M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Christine Hopson.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 265185

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Who this home usually serves

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 (43% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 21 days.

Admissions
793 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 30%
Private pay 43%
Medicaid 26%
Discharges
792 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 17%
Private pay 57%
Medicaid 26%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Missouri average is: 54.9% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Chaffee Nursing Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
HOS
SNF
Chaffee
71
Facility 71
MO AVG 96
Rank #300 / 450
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
MO AVG 66.5%
Rank #56 / 407
+30%
4.00
Facility 4.00
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #88 / 268
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ -3%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #1 / 276
9
Facility 9
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #10 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #23 / 274
-62-
25
Facility 25
MO AVG 46
Rank #423 / 545
Chaffee Nursing, LLC
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $7.4M
Rank #127 / 251
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $3.9M
Rank #142 / 251
53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG 54.9%
Rank #134 / 251
265492
Fountainbleau Lodge ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
SNF
Cape Girardeau
89
Facility 89
MO AVG 96
Rank #243 / 450
33.7%
Facility 33.7%
MO AVG 66.5%
Rank #388 / 407
-49%
5.46
Facility 5.46
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #18 / 268
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +7%+46%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #161 / 276
22
Facility 22
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #85 / 274
5.5
Facility 5.5
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #157 / 274
130A+
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 46
Rank #113 / 545
Bilkiss Chaudhry
$4.1MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 10/2023
MO AVG $7.4M
Rank #197 / 251
$2.1MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 10/2023
MO AVG $3.9M
Rank #198 / 251
51.1%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility 51.1%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
MO AVG 54.9%
Rank #147 / 251
265383
Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
SNF
Cape Girardeau
102
Facility 102
MO AVG 96
Rank #167 / 450
61.8%
Facility 61.8%
MO AVG 66.5%
Rank #248 / 407
-7%
3.37
Facility 3.37
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #163 / 268
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +8%-10%
$0
Facility $0
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #1 / 276
16
Facility 16
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #51 / 274
5.3
Facility 5.3
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #143 / 274
-63A+
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 46
Rank #113 / 545
Melissa Bollinger
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $7.4M
Rank #130 / 251
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $3.9M
Rank #177 / 251
44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG 54.9%
Rank #210 / 251
265503
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Cape Girardeau
120
Facility 120
MO AVG 96
Rank #87 / 450
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
MO AVG 66.5%
Rank #220 / 407
-1%
3.14
Facility 3.14
MO AVG 3.74
Rank #204 / 268
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -45%-16%
$149.6k
Facility $149.6k
MO AVG $76.9k
Rank #258 / 276
44
Facility 44
MO AVG 36.5
Rank #196 / 274
4.0
Facility 4.0
MO AVG 5.7
Rank #71 / 274
779A+
66
Facility 66
MO AVG 46
Rank #113 / 545
Derick Cummins
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $7.4M
Rank #38 / 251
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG $3.9M
Rank #21 / 251
60.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG 54.9%
Rank #67 / 251
265185
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Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is located in CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Missouri Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MO

Rural access prioritized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home health services

Missouri Supplemental Nursing Care (SNC)

MO SNC

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, in approved facility.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MO

Supplements SSI; facility-based only.

Benefits
Monthly cash payment (~$156-$292/month) for care costs

Structured Family Caregiving Waiver (SFCW)

Missouri Structured Family Caregiving Waiver

Age 65+
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, NFLOC, dementia diagnosis, live with caregiver.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Caregiver must be family; small program size.

Benefits
Cash stipend ($1,000-$1,500/month) to family caregiver Respite Training Supplies ($500/year)

MO HealthNet Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Missouri MO HealthNet ABD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, MO HealthNet-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,690/month (individual, projected); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $5,909.25 (individual), $11,818.45 (couple).
MO

Less intensive than waivers; statewide access.

Benefits
Personal care (2-4 hours/day) Homemaker services Limited respite Medical equipment

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Missouri Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Missouri resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MO

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Missouri Caregiver Program (Customized Caregiver Training & Relief)

Missouri Caregiver Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ with dementia, Missouri resident, functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MO

Administered via AAAs and Alzheimer’s Association; rural focus.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week) Training Assistive tech ($500/year) Supplies

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Missouri VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Missouri resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MO

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau

Who is the owner of Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau?

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is legally operated by Cape Girardeau Operations, LLC, and administered by Christine Hopson.

Is Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau has a walk score of 66. 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 Cape Girardeau?

According to MO state health department records, Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau's license number is 053327.

When does Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau's license expire?

According to MO state health department records, Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau's license expires on January 30, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau?

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau's occupancy is 66%.

How long has Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau been in business?

Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau?

No, Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau has a no-pet policy.

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