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Meyer Care Center

1201 West 19TH Street, Higginsville, MO 64037 · Lafayette County

A Living Community for Every Stage of Life. Established in 1965. No Buy-in Required. Month-to-Month Rentals.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (49 of 56 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

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Meyer Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Higginsville, MO, with 56 certified beds and an average of about 49 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.26 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.79 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•22 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Higginsville options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 56
Avg. residents/day: 49
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 265667

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 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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.79; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.26; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 57.4%; 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): 22
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-07-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (46 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-17Severity G — actual 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.

2025-05-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.

2024-07-18Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2024-07-18Severity 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.

2024-07-18Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

2024-07-18Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-07-18Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

2024-07-18Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

1201 West 19TH Street, Higginsville, 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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4.4

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Common questions about Meyer Care Center

How much does Meyer Care Center cost?

Meyer Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Higginsville, 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 Meyer Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Meyer Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Meyer Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Meyer Care Center?

Meyer Care Center has 46 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Meyer Care Center have availability?

Typically 87% full (49 of 56 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Meyer Care Center offer?

Meyer Care Center in Higginsville, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 56 beds.

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