400 West Park Avenue, Union, MO 63084 · Franklin County
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Typically 95% full (114 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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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.
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Sunset Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Union, MO, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 114 residents per day. It operates as part of the Mgm Healthcare 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, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.97 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,281 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (26 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
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.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-30 | Fine | $8,281 |
400 West Park Avenue, Union, MO
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Talk to an advisor about this communitySunset Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Union, 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.
Medicare (CMS) rates Sunset Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 2.97 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Sunset Health Care Center has 26 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 95% full (114 of 120 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.
Sunset Health Care Center in Union, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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