nursing home in Lake Saint Louis, MO
Cottages of Lake St Louis
2885 Technology Drive, Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 · (636) 614-3510
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cottages of Lake St Louis at a glance
Cottages of Lake St Louis is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri (St. Charles 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 6 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 24, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $17,696.
Nursing staff turnover is 57.5% per year (state average 56%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 31, 2017
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- St. Charles County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265860
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 6.03 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.71 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.92 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.46 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.5% | 56% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 47.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $17,696 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 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) | 1% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.2% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.5% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 25.7% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.4% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.2% | 18.5% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 21.5% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.5% | 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% | 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) | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.3% | 63.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.6% | 65.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 Complaint | 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 March 13, 2026 |
| July 24, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 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 September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 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 September 5, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 September 5, 2025 |
| October 12, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 2023 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 November 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 2023 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 November 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 11, 2023 |
| December 13, 2019 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| December 13, 2019 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 March 12, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $17,696 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 12, 2023 | Fine | $17,696 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COTTAGES MASTER LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/16/2016 |
| BEAMER, KATHLEEN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/07/2021 |
| BEAMER, MATTHEW Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/07/2021 |
| BEAMER, ROBERT Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/07/2021 |
| FUTURE FOCUS COMMUNITY LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/16/2016 |
| GIRA, JOSEPH Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/16/2016 |
| HILLMAN, THOMAS Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/16/2016 |
| IRONROCK REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FUND, LP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/16/2016 |
| JOSEPH P GIRA REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/16/2016 |
| KATHLEEN E BEAMER TRUST DATED 4/18/2003 Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2018 |
| ST. LOUIS BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
| BEAMER, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
| BEAMER, KATHLEEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
| BEAMER, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
| BEAMER, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
| COTTAGES OF LSL MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cottages of Lake St Louis's rating?
Cottages of Lake St Louis 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 Cottages of Lake St Louis receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cottages of Lake St Louis accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Cottages of Lake St Louis?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cottages of Lake St Louis and how do I contact it?
Cottages of Lake St Louis is at 2885 Technology Drive, Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. Phone: (636) 614-3510.
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.