nursing home in Salem, MO
Salem Memorial District Hospital
35629 Highway 72, Salem, MO 65560 · (573) 729-6626
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Salem Memorial District Hospital at a glance
Salem Memorial District Hospital is a 18-bed non-profit nursing home in Salem, Missouri (Dent County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Missouri average of 2.5.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 16, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
Federal regulators fined it 10 times in the past three years, totaling $83,898.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 18
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 25, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dent County
- CMS Certification Number
- 26A381
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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 |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 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) | 10 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $83,898 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 10 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 18 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 15 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.4% | 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) | 1.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.1% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 9.1% | 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) | 32.7% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.7% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 18.8% | 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) | 42.4% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.3% | 17.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 84.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2025 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 November 30, 2025 |
| October 16, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 30, 2025 |
| October 16, 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 November 30, 2025 |
| September 27, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2024 |
| September 27, 2024 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 November 11, 2024 |
| September 27, 2024 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 November 11, 2024 |
| September 27, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2024 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | 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 October 1, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 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 10 federal penalties in the past three years, including $83,898 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $4,893 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $4,893 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,679 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $4,893 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $4,545 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $13,635 |
| November 20, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| November 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $13,635 |
| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $13,635 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Salem Memorial District Hospital's rating?
Salem Memorial District Hospital has 3 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 Salem Memorial District Hospital 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 Salem Memorial District Hospital accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Salem Memorial District Hospital?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Salem Memorial District Hospital and how do I contact it?
Salem Memorial District Hospital is at 35629 Highway 72, Salem, MO 65560. Phone: (573) 729-6626.
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.