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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Aspire Senior Living Carthage

1901 Buena Vista Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836

Aspire Senior Living Carthage, a 120-bed for profit - corporation nursing facility in Carthage, MO, holds a 5-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing below the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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5 / 5
Much above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
2.98
Well below average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
18
Inspection findings
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

2/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
265320
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
120
Residents
117
In Hospital
No
County
Jasper
Last Inspection
Mar 31, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 2.98 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.23 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.55
CNA Hours
2.20
Total Nursing Hours
2.98 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.04
Nursing Turnover
49.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Aspire Senior Living Carthage

Aspire Senior Living Carthage operates 120 certified beds in Carthage, MO with approximately 117 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (5★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 18 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues, if any, did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 2.98 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.23 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Aspire Senior Living Carthage falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 49.0%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (18 most recent)

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 12, 2025 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 15, 2026

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 12, 2025 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 15, 2026

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Mar 31, 2025 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: May 15, 2025

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Mar 31, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 15, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 31, 2025 Tag: 0700

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 15, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 31, 2025 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 15, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 31, 2025 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 15, 2025

F - Widespread - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0761

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0675

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0645

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 26, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 10, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 13, 2020 Tag: 0919

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2020

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 13, 2020 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2020

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 13, 2020 Tag: 0838

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2020

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 13, 2020 Tag: 0760

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 23, 2020

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 13, 2020 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2020

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 22.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 25.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 15.6% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 1.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 22.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 25.1% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 99.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 98.9% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Aspire Senior Living Carthage?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at Aspire Senior Living Carthage?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage reports 2.98 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.23 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 49.0%.
How many beds does Aspire Senior Living Carthage have?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage has 120 certified beds with approximately 117 residents. The facility is located at 1901 Buena Vista Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836.
Does Aspire Senior Living Carthage have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Aspire Senior Living Carthage has 18 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Aspire Senior Living Carthage received any fines or penalties?
No, Aspire Senior Living Carthage has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Aspire Senior Living Carthage?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Aspire Senior Living Carthage last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Aspire Senior Living Carthage was on Mar 31, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Aspire Senior Living Carthage?
Aspire Senior Living Carthage is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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