Skilled Nursing
Wilson's Creek Nursing & Rehab
Scout 92Springfield, MO · 172 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Springfield's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $5,890–$7,670/mo
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Sunterra Springs Springfield
4935 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65810 · Greene County
57
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (36 of 38 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Springfield
Sunterra Springs Springfield is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Springfield, MO, with 38 certified beds and an average of about 36 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sunterra Springs network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.93 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.14 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 13 federal fines totaling $70,171 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.93 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$70,171 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Springfield, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 38
- Avg. residents/day
- 36
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Sunterra Springs
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265871
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 | $5,890–$7,670/mo (median $6,590) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Springfield 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
- 3.93
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.14
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.5%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 13 ($70,171)
- Total penalties
- 14
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-02
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-02Severity 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.
2025-06-02Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2025-06-02Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-06-02Severity 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.
2025-06-02Severity D — 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.
2025-06-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-06-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality 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.
2025-06-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-02 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-10-10 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-10-02 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-09-25 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-09-18 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-09-11 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-09-05 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-08-28 | Fine | $4,587 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
4935 S National Ave, Springfield, 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 Sunterra Springs Springfield
How much does Sunterra Springs Springfield cost?
Sunterra Springs Springfield does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Springfield, MO area typically runs $5,890–$7,670 per month (median $6,590, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sunterra Springs Springfield's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sunterra Springs Springfield 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sunterra Springs Springfield?
Staff provide about 3.93 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sunterra Springs Springfield?
Sunterra Springs Springfield has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sunterra Springs Springfield have availability?
Typically 96% full (36 of 38 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 Sunterra Springs Springfield offer?
Sunterra Springs Springfield in Springfield, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 38 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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