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Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation
1221 Highway 13 South, Lexington, MO 64067 · Lafayette County
56
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 52% 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lexington
Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lexington, MO, with 154 certified beds and an average of about 79 residents per day. It operates as part of the Mo Op Holdco, LLC network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.86 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. 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 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.86 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lexington options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 154
- Avg. residents/day
- 79
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Mo Op Holdco, LLC
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265358
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 | $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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.86
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 44.4%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-06-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-06-14Severity 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.
2024-06-14Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2024-06-14Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2024-06-14Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-06-14Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2024-06-14Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2024-06-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
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
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
1221 Highway 13 South, Lexington, 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 Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation
How much does Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation cost?
Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lexington, 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 Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.86 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation?
Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 52% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation offer?
Riverbend Heights Health & Rehabilitation in Lexington, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 154 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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