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Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

37 North Clark Avenue, Ferguson, MO 63135 · St. Louis County

Family-owned skilled nursing, rehabilitation and long-term care facility in Ferguson, Missouri, serving St. Louis County families since 1948. Oak Knoll provides 24/7 licensed nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term residential care, and hospice support across 79 certified beds.

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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 95% full (69 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Ferguson, MO, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 69 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 2.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (2.96 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Ferguson options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
72
Avg. residents/day
69
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
265680

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
2.96
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.27
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
52.5%
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)
10
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-05-24
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-05-28Severity 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.

2025-04-03Severity 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.

2024-05-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2024-05-24Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

2024-05-24Severity E — 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.

2024-05-24Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

2024-05-24Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

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
  • 79 Certified Beds
  • Full Fire Suppression System
  • Family and Resident Councils
  • Activity Programs
  • Dietary and Nutrition Services
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared meals
  • Fitness center
  • Wellness programs
  • Housekeeping & laundry
  • Daily activities & events
  • Private rooms available
  • 24/7 staff

Location

37 North Clark Avenue, Ferguson, 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 Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

How much does Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?

Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ferguson, 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 Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 2.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-05-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 95% full (69 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Oak Knoll Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Ferguson, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 72 beds.

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

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in St. Louis.
  • 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.

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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