nursing home in Sarcoxie, MO
Sarcoxie Health Care Center
1505 Miner, Sarcoxie, MO 64862 · (417) 548-3434
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sarcoxie Health Care Center at a glance
Sarcoxie Health Care Center is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Sarcoxie, Missouri (Jasper 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 1.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 28, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 84% per year (state average 56%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Reliant Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1996
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jasper County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265649
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) | 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) | 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) | 1.49 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.11 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 84% | 56% | 45.8% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 11 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 93 | 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) | 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 | 40 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.5% | 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) | 0% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.8% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 37.5% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 39.8% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 45% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 73.6% | 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) | 56.8% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.3% | 17.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 90.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 46.7% | 84.1% | 93.6% | Worse |
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% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 48.6% | 65.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2026 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| November 14, 2025 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| November 14, 2025 Complaint | 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 January 2, 2026 |
| November 14, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| November 14, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Complaint | 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 September 23, 2025 |
| August 27, 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 October 24, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 28, 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 March 29, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 25, 2025 |
| March 28, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| August 27, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2024 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 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 October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 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 October 13, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 5, 2023 |
| August 24, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 5, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 5, 2023 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 30, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 March 30, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 March 20, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 March 20, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 March 31, 2020 |
| March 13, 2020 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 March 16, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARSHAD, ABDULLAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| DESTEFANE, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| GREATHOUSE, JOHNNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| RELIANT CARE MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| RICHARD J. DESTEFANE REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| SARCOXIE ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| TLG II LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| DESTEFANE, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| RELIANT CARE GROUP LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| DESTEFANE, RICHARD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| RCG INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| RICHARD J. DESTEFANE REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| ARSHAD, ABDULLAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| GREATHOUSE, JOHNNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
| RELIANT CARE MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sarcoxie Health Care Center's rating?
Sarcoxie Health Care Center 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 Sarcoxie Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sarcoxie Health Care Center 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 Sarcoxie Health Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Reliant Care Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sarcoxie Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sarcoxie Health Care Center is at 1505 Miner, Sarcoxie, MO 64862. Phone: (417) 548-3434.
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.