Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (89% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 months.
Located in suburban Dardenne Prairie, Missouri, Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie is a skilled nursing facility owned by Lewis Meyerson and administered by Heather Portman. The 38-bed home opened in 2024 and accepts Medicare and private pay. Its current occupancy is 76%. Residents stay an average of 23 days, reflecting the facility’s focus on short-term rehabilitation.
Rehabilitation services are a central part of the home’s care program. Residents have access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy. They are also supported by an on-site dietitian and housekeeping staff.
Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 42 minutes per resident each day, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing round-the-clock coverage. That level of staffing supports residents who are managing complex recovery care and have medical needs.
Residents can stay comfortable with private bathrooms, and private showers are included in every room. Beyond clinical spaces, the home also features a fully equipped therapy gym, a beauty and barber shop, a library with computer access, and dining and private dining areas. Meals are served in restaurant style, with menu options prepared by dietary staff according to each resident’s preferences and medical diets.
Like many suburban communities, the surrounding area is car-dependent and offers limited walkability. State inspections reviewed areas such as wound care, catheter care, infection control, mobility assistance, and clinical care coordination. Families touring the facility should ask how staff are trained and supported in these aspects of resident care.
Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie is legally operated by Sunterra Dardenne Prairie Oc, LLC, and administered by Heather Portman.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 44 | 35 | This facility has 26% more total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (44 vs. MO avg 35).↑ 26% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 7.3 | 5.8 | This facility has 26% more deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (7.3 vs. MO avg 5.8).↑ 26% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.7 | 2.9 | This facility has 28% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (3.7 vs. MO avg 2.9).↑ 28% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 12 | 12 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Missouri average (12 vs. MO avg 12).— At avg |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 14 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
2,348 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 16 | 68 | 84 | 5,931 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 21 | 28 | 2,820 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 3 | 7 | 1,516 | 68 | 74% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 14 | 18 | 1,451 | 83 | 90% | 10.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 967 | 79 | 86% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 755 | 79 | 86% | 5.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 3 | 6 | 601 | 65 | 71% | 8.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 518 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 470 | 66 | 72% | 6.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 430 | 55 | 60% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 415 | 69 | 75% | 5.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 363 | 50 | 54% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 338 | 45 | 49% | 7.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 6 | 7 | 328 | 42 | 46% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 155 | 46 | 50% | 3.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1% | 5 |
Includes penalties issued in 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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
3 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
89% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
11% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Historical financial and operational data for Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie from 2022–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Pets Allowed
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (89% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dardenne Prairie's city center to Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure.
| Laclede Groves | NH AL IL MC | St. Louis | - | 251 | - | 35 | - |
| Republic Nursing and Rehab | NH SNF | Republic | - | 127 | - | 48 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Chaffee Nursing Center | NH HOS SNF | Chaffee | - | 71 | - | 25 | Studio |
| Heisinger Bluffs | NH AL IL MC RC SNF | Jefferson City | - | 111 | - | 32 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie | NH SNF | Dardenne Prairie | - | 38 | - | 19 | - |
Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie is legally operated by Sunterra Dardenne Prairie Oc, LLC, and administered by Heather Portman.
Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to MO state health department records, Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie's license number is 053227.
According to MO state health department records, Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie's license expires on December 17, 2026.
Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie's occupancy is 76%.
Yes, Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie allows residents to bring their pets.
Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie is registered as a for-profit in MO.
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