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Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie

7275 State Highway N, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368 · St. Charles County

2.0CMS overall rating(636) 865-0200Visit website ↗
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Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 86% full (33 of 38 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

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 Dardenne Prairie

Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dardenne Prairie, MO, with 38 certified beds and an average of about 33 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sunterra Springs 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, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.86 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 76.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $49,534 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.38 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • High staff turnover (76.1%)
  • $49,534 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Dardenne Prairie options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
38
Avg. residents/day
33
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Sunterra Springs
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
265881

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
4.38
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.86
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
76.1%
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)
9
Federal fines
2 ($49,534)
Total penalties
3
Last standard survey
2026-01-15
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-11-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-11-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-11-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2025-07-17Severity 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.

2025-06-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-06-13Fine$10,358
2025-03-19Fine$39,176
2025-03-19Payment denial

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Restaurant-style dining

Location

7275 State Highway N, Dardenne Prairie, 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 Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie

How much does Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie cost?

Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dardenne Prairie, 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 Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie?

Staff provide about 4.38 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 76.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie?

Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie have availability?

Typically 86% full (33 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie offer?

Sunterra Springs Dardenne Prairie in Dardenne Prairie, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 38 beds.

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

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