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Columbia Post Acute

3535 Berrywood Drive, Columbia, MO 65201 · Boone County

At Columbia Post Acute we provide Rehabilitation and Skilled nursing services in a facility that feels like a hotel, combining top level comfort and care

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (65 of 70 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.

One of Columbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Columbia Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbia, MO, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

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

Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.85 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.06 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Columbia for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 70
Avg. residents/day: 65
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 265868

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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.06; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.85; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.8%; 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): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-11-15
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-10Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-11-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2024-11-15Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

2024-11-15Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2024-11-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2024-11-15Severity C — minimalQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

2023-08-11Severity 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.

2023-08-11Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

3535 Berrywood 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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Common questions about Columbia Post Acute

How much does Columbia Post Acute cost?

Columbia Post Acute 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 Columbia Post Acute's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Columbia Post Acute?

Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Columbia Post Acute?

Columbia Post Acute has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Columbia Post Acute have availability?

Typically 93% full (65 of 70 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Columbia Post Acute offer?

Columbia Post Acute in Columbia, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.

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