Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (53% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Located in Columbia, Missouri, The Villa at Blue Ridge is a skilled nursing home operated by N & R Of North Columbia, LLC, owned by Karin Borning. The 97-bed facility is led by administrator Kimberly Welch. Its location on Blue Ridge Road has a Walk Score of 98, so the location is a walker’s paradise with excellent access to nearby services and amenities. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, offering families multiple ways to access coverage.
The Villa provides a spectrum of care, from post-acute rehabilitation to longer-term skilled nursing care. Most stay an average of 145 days, including those under shorter-term recovery stays and residents who remain for ongoing nursing support. Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 43 minutes per resident each day to provide substantial hands-on clinical support. The facility’s current occupancy rate is 87%, with 84 of its 97 beds currently filled.
The facility’s clinical services are comprehensive, including physical and occupational therapy, dietitian services, behavioral and Alzheimer’s care, and hospice. There’s a physician on staff, and the 24-hour staffing model provides medical coverage and supervision around the clock. The home manages complex care needs, including wound VACs, tracheostomy care, and tube feedings, so it can accommodate residents with intensive nursing needs.
On-site amenities include a barber and beauty shop, four courtyards for outdoor time, and laundry and housekeeping services. Residents dine with a complete range of meals and snacks tailored to their preferences. They also have access to transportation for appointments and outings. Religious services, free cable service, free in-room phones, and an ombudsman program to advocate for resident concerns are also available.
The community has a Walk Score of 98, so visiting family will find the surrounding neighborhood highly accessible on foot. Shops and services are easy to reach.
The Villa at Blue Ridge is legally operated by N & R Of North Columbia, LLC, and administered by Kimberly Welch.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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
| 64 | 35 | This facility has 83% more total deficiencies than a typical Missouri nursing home (64 vs. MO avg 35).↑ 83% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.3 | 2.9 | This facility has 83% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri nursing home (5.3 vs. MO avg 2.9).↑ 83% 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 |
Missouri average 6.6
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Missouri average 36.5
Missouri average 5.67
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 29 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Missouri average: 0.7
Missouri average: 1
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
1,108 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 23 | 0 | 23 | 8,061 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 36 | 0 | 36 | 7,853 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 18 | 0 | 18 | 5,375 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,949 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,422 | 86 | 93% | 10 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 872 | 69 | 75% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 814 | 75 | 82% | 10.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 60 | 65% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 394 | 70 | 76% | 5.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 364 | 63 | 68% | 5.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 362 | 58 | 63% | 6.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 215 | 48 | 52% | 4.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 189 | 29 | 32% | 6.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 122 | 40 | 43% | 3.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 103 | 13 | 14% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 51 | 27 | 29% | 1.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 48 | 20 | 22% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.6 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
32% of new residents, often for short stays.
53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for The Villa at Blue Ridge from 2011–2023, 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.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (53% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to The Villa at Blue Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Heritage Hall | NH HOS SNF | Centralia | 60
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60
MO AVG
96
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#340 / 450 |
69.5%
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69.5%
MO AVG
65.1
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#183 / 418 | +7% | 3.30
Facility
3.30
MO AVG
3.74
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#196 / 270 | -23% | -12% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
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#1 / 276 | 7
Facility
7
MO AVG
36.5
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#6 / 274 | 1.8
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1.8
MO AVG
5.7
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#4 / 274 | - | 42 | - |
30
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30
MO AVG
45
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#386 / 563 | Christina Redmond | $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#251 / 277 | $2.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$2.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#245 / 277 | 54.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
54.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#145 / 277 | 265385 | ||||
| Columbia Post Acute | NH SNF | Columbia | 70
Facility
70
MO AVG
96
Rank
#302 / 450 |
95.7%
Facility
95.7%
MO AVG
65.1
Rank
#11 / 418 | +47% | 3.58
Facility
3.58
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#152 / 270 | +49% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 276 | 13
Facility
13
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#31 / 274 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#31 / 274 | 1 | 67 | - |
98
Facility
98
MO AVG
45
Rank
#1 / 563 | Mainstreeidence Developments LLC | $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$8.4M
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#6 / 277 | $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#36 / 277 | 51%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
51%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#274 / 277 | 265868 | ||||
| The Neighborhoods by TigerPlace | NH HOS SNF | Columbia | 120
Facility
120
MO AVG
96
Rank
#87 / 450 |
76.3%
Facility
76.3%
MO AVG
65.1
Rank
#135 / 418 | +17% | 4.93
Facility
4.93
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#33 / 270 | -78% | +32% | $85.1k
Facility
$85.1k
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#247 / 276 | 28
Facility
28
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#119 / 274 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#70 / 274 | 4 | 92 | - |
20
Facility
20
MO AVG
45
Rank
#451 / 563 | Lisa Byergo | $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#49 / 277 | $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#52 / 277 | 48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#194 / 277 | 265840 | ||||
| The Villa at Blue Ridge | NH HOS SNF | Columbia | 97
Facility
97
MO AVG
96
Rank
#195 / 450 |
86.6%
Facility
86.6%
MO AVG
65.1
Rank
#60 / 418 | +33% | 4.71
Facility
4.71
MO AVG
3.74
Rank
#38 / 270 | -45% | +26% | $0
Facility
$0
MO AVG
$76.9k
Rank
#1 / 276 | 29
Facility
29
MO AVG
36.5
Rank
#127 / 274 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
MO AVG
5.7
Rank
#83 / 274 | 1 | 84 | A+ |
98
Facility
98
MO AVG
45
Rank
#1 / 563 | Karin Borning | $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$8.4M
Rank
#172 / 277 | $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
$3.3M
Rank
#117 / 277 | 55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MO AVG
45.6%
Rank
#23 / 277 | 265251 |
The Villa at Blue Ridge is located in COLUMBIA, Missouri.
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The Villa at Blue Ridge is legally operated by N & R Of North Columbia, LLC, and administered by Kimberly Welch.
The Villa at Blue Ridge has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
According to MO state health department records, The Villa at Blue Ridge's license number is 052874.
According to MO state health department records, The Villa at Blue Ridge's license expires on July 30, 2027.
The Villa at Blue Ridge's occupancy is 87%.
The Villa at Blue Ridge has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
No, The Villa at Blue Ridge has a no-pet policy.
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