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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Independence Care Center of Perry County

800 South Kingshighway, Perryville, MO 63775

Independence Care Center of Perry County, a 133-bed non profit - other nursing facility in Perryville, 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
2.64
Well below average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
13
Inspection findings
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

5/5

Staffing

2/5

Quality Measures

2/5

Long-Stay Quality

1/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
265829
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
133
Residents
81
In Hospital
No
County
Perry
Last Inspection
Aug 22, 2024

Staffing Data

How the 2.64 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.41 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.48
CNA Hours
1.74
Total Nursing Hours
2.64 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.01
Nursing Turnover
46.9%
RN Turnover
40.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Independence Care Center of Perry County

Independence Care Center of Perry County operates 133 certified beds in Perryville, MO with approximately 81 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 (5★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (2★). 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 13 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 2.64 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.41 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Independence Care Center of Perry County 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 46.9%, 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 (13 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0909

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 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: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0625

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 22, 2024 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 4, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 19, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 23, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 19, 2023 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 26, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 19, 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: Jun 27, 2023

C - Widespread - No harm Mar 5, 2021 Tag: 0732

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 18, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 5, 2021 Tag: 0655

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 17, 2021

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 5, 2021 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 26, 2021

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 23.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 4.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 5.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 21.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 5.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 14.6% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 1.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 1.0% 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 99.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 24.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 98.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 17.2% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 92.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 96.6% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Independence Care Center of Perry County?
Independence Care Center of Perry County has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (2★).
What are the staffing levels at Independence Care Center of Perry County?
Independence Care Center of Perry County reports 2.64 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.41 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 46.9%.
How many beds does Independence Care Center of Perry County have?
Independence Care Center of Perry County has 133 certified beds with approximately 81 residents. The facility is located at 800 South Kingshighway, Perryville, MO 63775.
Does Independence Care Center of Perry County have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Independence Care Center of Perry County has 13 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Independence Care Center of Perry County received any fines or penalties?
No, Independence Care Center of Perry County has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Independence Care Center of Perry County?
Independence Care Center of Perry County is classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Independence Care Center of Perry County last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Independence Care Center of Perry County was on Aug 22, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Independence Care Center of Perry County?
Independence Care Center of Perry County 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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