Lenoir Health Care Center
Scout 100Columbia, MO · 56 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Columbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,950–$7,740/mo
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Bluffs, the
3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, MO 65201 · Boone County
Discover The Bluffs, a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbia, MO, dedicated to compassionate care for seniors of all backgrounds
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (122 of 132 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Columbia
Bluffs, the is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbia, MO, with 132 certified beds and an average of about 122 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $37,621 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.14 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
- •$37,621 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Columbia options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 132
- Avg. residents/day
- 122
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265498
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 | $5,950–$7,740/mo (median $6,650) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Columbia 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
- 4.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.50
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.1%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- 3 ($37,621)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-30
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (41 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2026-01-30Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
2026-01-30Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-01-30Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-14 | Fine | $9,110 |
| 2025-01-14 | Fine | $9,110 |
| 2024-11-01 | Fine | $19,401 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
3105 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, 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 Bluffs, the
How much does Bluffs, the cost?
Bluffs, the does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Columbia, MO area typically runs $5,950–$7,740 per month (median $6,650, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bluffs, the's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bluffs, the 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bluffs, the?
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bluffs, the?
Bluffs, the has 41 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bluffs, the have availability?
Typically 92% full (122 of 132 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bluffs, the offer?
Bluffs, the in Columbia, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 132 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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