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Bethesda Dilworth

9645 Big Bend Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63122 · St. Louis County

Exceptional Senior Living, Care and Services

3.0CMS overall rating(314) 968-5460Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 34% full — availability is generally good.

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 Saint Louis

Bethesda Dilworth is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saint Louis, MO, with 350 certified beds and an average of about 119 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.63 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $88,946 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.12 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • $88,946 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Saint Louis, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
350
Avg. residents/day
119
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
265764

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$6,330–$8,230/mo (median $7,070)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Louis prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.12
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.63
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
35.8%
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)
6
Federal fines
1 ($88,946)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-07-23
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-09-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2025-07-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-07-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-07-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-04-11Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-04-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-04-11Fine$88,946

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared meals
  • On-site salon / barber
  • Chapel / worship services
  • Daily activities & events
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • Library
  • Private rooms available
  • 24-hour staff

Location

9645 Big Bend Blvd, Saint Louis, MO

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Bethesda Dilworth

How much does Bethesda Dilworth cost?

Bethesda Dilworth does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saint Louis, MO area typically runs $6,330–$8,230 per month (median $7,070, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Bethesda Dilworth's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bethesda Dilworth 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bethesda Dilworth?

Staff provide about 5.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bethesda Dilworth?

Bethesda Dilworth has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bethesda Dilworth have availability?

Typically 34% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bethesda Dilworth offer?

Bethesda Dilworth in Saint Louis, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 350 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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