nursing home in Carthage, MO
Aspire Senior Living Carthage
1901 Buena Vista Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836 · (417) 358-1937
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- New owner (last 12 months)
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aspire Senior Living Carthage at a glance
Aspire Senior Living Carthage is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Carthage, Missouri (Jasper County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Missouri average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 2.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 31, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Aspire Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- July 7, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jasper County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265320
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.64 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.23 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.97 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.27 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 12 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 70 | 111.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 112 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 72.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.7% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.4% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 23.5% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.8% | 18.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 24.2% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.3% | 17.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 90.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 84.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 63.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 65.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 17, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 8, 2026 |
| April 29, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| March 31, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 31, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2023 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROWN, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BROWN, MICHELE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| EICKHOFF, PAMELA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| LEIPHAM, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| STADTMUELLER, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| SWEETEN, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BRODY, MICHAEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BROWN, BARBARA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BROWN, DANIEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| EICKHOFF, PAMELA Individual | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| LEIPHAM, MICHELLE Individual | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| STADTMUELLER, DAVID Individual | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BROWN, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BROWN, MICHELE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| EICKHOFF, PAMELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| HERO HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| LEIPHAM, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| STADTMUELLER, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| SWEETEN, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aspire Senior Living Carthage's rating?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Missouri nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Aspire Senior Living Carthage receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aspire Senior Living Carthage accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Aspire Senior Living Carthage?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Aspire Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aspire Senior Living Carthage and how do I contact it?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage is at 1901 Buena Vista Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836. Phone: (417) 358-1937.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.