nursing home in Bolivar, MO

Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility

1218 West Locust, Bolivar, MO 65613 · (417) 326-7648

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★1

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

Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility at a glance

Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility is a 111-bed non-profit nursing home in Bolivar, Missouri (Polk County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Missouri average of 2.5.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 22, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 42.5% per year (state average 56%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
111
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Citizens Memorial Health Care
Medicare-certified since
September 27, 1993
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Polk County
CMS Certification Number
265545

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMissouri avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.5 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.2 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.16 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)3.16 hrs3.43 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.59 hrs0.46 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.27 hrs2.29 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.58 hrs3.01 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)42.5%56%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)38.5%47.8%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility11Missouri 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)11119Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)133Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)71111.880.6Better

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 beds111103107
Average residents per day927386
Occupancy82.5%72.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.2%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)1.2%4.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.3%4.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)18.9%23.5%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)5.9%2.3%1.6%Worse
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)29.5%17.4%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.7%5.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.3%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)23%25.6%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)11.6%17.8%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)99%90.9%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.2%84.1%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility1.2%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)1.2%2.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)91.2%63.5%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.5%65.7%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 10, 2026
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557
D
Potential harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
December 22, 2025
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 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 February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
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 February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
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 February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 22, 2025
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2026
July 7, 2025
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 August 16, 2025
July 7, 2025
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 16, 2025
October 24, 2024
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 December 8, 2024
December 8, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2024
December 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 21, 2024
December 8, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2024
December 8, 2023
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 January 21, 2024
December 8, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2024
December 8, 2023
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 21, 2024
September 26, 2023
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 November 10, 2023
September 26, 2023
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 November 10, 2023
April 16, 2021
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 31, 2021
April 16, 2021
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 April 25, 2021
April 16, 2021
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 4, 2021
April 16, 2021
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 31, 2021
April 16, 2021
Standard
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 May 31, 2021
April 16, 2021
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 May 31, 2021

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
ASHWORTH, JAMES
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/17/2021
BABB, DONALD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/19/2019
DERRICKSON, BEVERLY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE11/21/2016
DONNELL, WILLIAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2012
HANCOCK, JANIECA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/15/2018
JOHNSON, BRAD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
KALLENBACH, JOHN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE06/20/2019
MEENTS, DANA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/14/2010
CALHOUN, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
DERRICKSON, BEVERLY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/27/2020
HANCOCK, JANIECA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
KALLENBACH, JOHN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
MEYER, RENEE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
MOLDER, CATHERINE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2002
CALHOUN, MICHAEL
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
DERRICKSON, BEVERLY
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/27/2020
FINNELL, HEATHER
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2022
FRANCKA, TIM
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE08/16/1998
MEYER, RENEE
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE07/01/1997

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    ★★★★★4Above average
  2. Big Spring Care Center for Rehab and Healthcare

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    For-profit · 60 beds

    ★★★★★1Much below average
  3. Northwood Hills Care Center

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    ★★★★★2Below average
  4. Colonial Springs Healthcare Center

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    Non-profit · 134 beds · Part of Citizens Memorial Health Care

    ★★★★★2Below average
  5. Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare

    631 West Main Street, Buffalo, MO 65622 · 18 mi

    For-profit · 60 beds · Part of Blue Sky Basin, LLC

    • Special Focus candidate
    ★★★★★1Much below average
  6. Lake Stockton Healthcare Facility

    1523 3rd Road, Stockton, MO 65785 · 21.3 mi

    Non-profit · 90 beds · Part of Citizens Memorial Health Care

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Frequently asked questions

What is Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility's rating?

Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility has 2 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 Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility 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 Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility?

It is non profit - corporation and part of Citizens Memorial Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility and how do I contact it?

Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility is at 1218 West Locust, Bolivar, MO 65613. Phone: (417) 326-7648.

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.