nursing home in Buffalo, MO
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
631 West Main Street, Buffalo, MO 65622 · (417) 932-8040
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare at a glance
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Buffalo, Missouri (Dallas County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Missouri average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 7, 2024) found 29 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $59,852.
Nursing staff turnover is 77.2% per year (state average 56%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Blue Sky Basin, LLC
- Medicare-certified since
- October 21, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dallas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265471
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.03 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.46 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.76 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.82 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 77.2% | 56% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 87.5% | 47.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 29 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 14 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 405.8 | 111.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $59,852 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 68.8% | 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) | 5.3% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31.1% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.2% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20.3% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.8% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 39.5% | 18.5% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 46.9% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.7% | 17.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 74% | 90.9% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 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) | 6.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 52% | 63.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 65.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 66 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 18, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| February 18, 2026 Complaint | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 6, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | 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 April 2, 2026 |
| February 6, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | 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 April 1, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2026 |
| June 3, 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 June 13, 2025 |
| June 3, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 17, 2025 |
| May 6, 2025 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 17, 2025 |
| April 12, 2025 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 12, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| April 12, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2025 |
| January 14, 2025 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| November 25, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 25, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| November 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 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 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2024 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| October 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2025 |
| December 27, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2024 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | 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 | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 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 February 5, 2023 |
| December 13, 2022 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 5, 2023 |
| November 8, 2019 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 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 December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Standard | Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0570 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 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 December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2019 |
| November 8, 2019 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 December 23, 2019 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $59,852 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2026 | Payment Denial | 6 days from March 27, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 | Fine | $59,852 |
| October 7, 2024 | Payment Denial | 49 days from January 7, 2025 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 631 W MAIN STREET LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BECKENHOLDT, DEANNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| CAVERO, FERNANDO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| HARRIS, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| RAMOS, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| STRAWBERRY FIELDS REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| STRAWBERRY FIELDS REIT LTD Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| TIDE HEALTH GROUP LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BRUCE, LELAND Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GAYTAN, LUCY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| HIXSON, BROOKE Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| RAMOS, BRIAN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| THUET, DANIEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BECKENHOLDT, DEANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| CAVERO, FERNANDO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| HARRIS, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| RAMOS, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare's rating?
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare has 1 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 Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 29 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare 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 Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Blue Sky Basin, LLC. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare and how do I contact it?
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare is at 631 West Main Street, Buffalo, MO 65622. Phone: (417) 932-8040.
About this data
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