nursing home in Van Buren, MO

Riverways Manor

403 Watercress Road, Box 969, Van Buren, MO 63965 · (573) 323-4282

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★1

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Riverways Manor at a glance

Riverways Manor is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Van Buren, Missouri (Carter County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Missouri average of 2.5.

Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (January 21, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 50% per year (state average 56%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
60
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Circle B Enterprises
Medicare-certified since
April 28, 1989
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Carter County
CMS Certification Number
265363

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.5 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.2 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.27 hrsMissouri average3.43 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Missouri and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.27 hrs3.43 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.61 hrs0.46 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.16 hrs2.29 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.78 hrs3.01 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%56%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%47.8%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)111Worse

Inspections

This facility3Missouri average11U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Missouri and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)3119Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)16111.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Missouri average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Missouri and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$37,425$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds60103107
Average residents per day437386
Occupancy72%72.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6.9%Missouri average4.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Missouri and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)6.9%4.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)13.1%4.5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)41.8%23.5%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.6%2.3%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%1.1%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)23.7%18.1%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)24%17.4%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.6%5.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3.3%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)40.4%25.6%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)28.6%17.8%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.7%90.9%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%84.1%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.3%Missouri average2.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Missouri and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.3%2.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)66.7%63.5%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)94.2%65.7%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
January 21, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 2, 2026
January 21, 2026
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 2, 2026
January 21, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 2, 2026
January 21, 2026
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 2, 2026
September 27, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
September 27, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 28, 2024
April 6, 2023
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 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 May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 6, 2023
Standard
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2023

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.

NameRoleShareSince
THE PAMELA D BEDELL EXEMPT TRUST
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%10/31/2000
AGH1 LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/05/2025
BEAIRD, TODD
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
FG LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/02/2016
FORVIS MAZARS LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/16/2021
MID STATES INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2010
RUBI, RODNEY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2017
SCOTT, AMANDA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/11/2025
SOVEREIGN HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/06/2025
THE PAMELA D BEDELL EXEMPT TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/31/2000
VAN DE VEN LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2000
BEDELL, DONALD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2001
BEAIRD, TODD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
BEDELL, DONALD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/06/1997
BEDELL, BRYAN
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/12/2025
AGH1 LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/02/2016
BEDELL, DONALD
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/06/1997
RUBI, RODNEY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2017
SCOTT, AMANDA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/11/2025
SOVEREIGN HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/23/2021
THE PAMELA D BEDELL EXEMPT TRUST
Organization
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/31/2000

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Frequently asked questions

What is Riverways Manor's rating?

Riverways Manor has 4 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 Riverways Manor receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Riverways Manor 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 Riverways Manor?

It is for profit - individual and part of Circle B Enterprises. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Riverways Manor and how do I contact it?

Riverways Manor is at 403 Watercress Road, Box 969, Van Buren, MO 63965. Phone: (573) 323-4282.

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.