Medicalodges Neosho
Scout 86Neosho, MO · 114 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Neosho's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,700–$7,430/mo
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St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation
1220 East Fairview, Carthage, MO 64836 · Jasper County
St Luke's Nursing Center provides Senior Living services including memory care, assisted living and skilled nursing care.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (85 of 95 beds occupied on an average day).
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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Carthage
St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Carthage, MO, with 95 certified beds and an average of about 85 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.45 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $17,053 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.45 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Carthage, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 95
- Avg. residents/day
- 85
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265661
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 | $5,700–$7,430/mo (median $6,380) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Joplin 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
- 3.45
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 27.9%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 1 ($17,053)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-05-09Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
2025-05-09Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
2025-05-09Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2025-05-09Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-05-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2023-07-17Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
2023-07-17Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-07-17 | Fine | $17,053 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1220 East Fairview, Carthage, 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 St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation
How much does St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation cost?
St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Carthage, MO area typically runs $5,700–$7,430 per month (median $6,380, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.45 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation?
St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 89% full (85 of 95 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation offer?
St Luke's Nursing and Rehabilitation in Carthage, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 95 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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