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Avalon View Health and Wellness
1200 West College Street, Liberty, MO 64068 · Clay County
56
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Liberty
Avalon View Health and Wellness is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Liberty, MO, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vertical Health Services network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.34 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,267 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.05 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Liberty, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 140
- Avg. residents/day
- 115
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Vertical Health Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265437
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,160–$8,010/mo (median $6,880) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Kansas City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.05
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.34
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 58.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- 1 ($14,267)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-09-19Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-04-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2024-09-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-09-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
2024-09-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-09-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-23 | Fine | $14,267 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1200 West College Street, Liberty, MO
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Avalon View Health and Wellness
How much does Avalon View Health and Wellness cost?
Avalon View Health and Wellness does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Liberty, MO area typically runs $6,160–$8,010 per month (median $6,880, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avalon View Health and Wellness's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avalon View Health and Wellness 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avalon View Health and Wellness?
Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avalon View Health and Wellness?
Avalon View Health and Wellness has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avalon View Health and Wellness have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avalon View Health and Wellness offer?
Avalon View Health and Wellness in Liberty, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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