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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

NHC Healthcare, Joplin

2700 East 34th Street, Joplin, MO 64803 · All homes in Joplin

NHC Healthcare, Joplin, a 124-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing facility in Joplin, MO, holds a 3-star CMS overall rating - right around the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing below the national norm. 1 inspection finding reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy 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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3 / 5
Average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
3.12
Well below average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
28
Inspection findings · 1 serious
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

2/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
265175
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
124
Residents
82
In Hospital
No
County
Newton
Last Inspection
Aug 4, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 3.12 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.40 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.60
CNA Hours
2.13
Total Nursing Hours
3.12 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.02
Nursing Turnover
56.1%
RN Turnover
40.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About NHC Healthcare, Joplin

NHC Healthcare, Joplin operates 124 certified beds in Joplin, MO with approximately 82 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 3 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 (3★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (4★). 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 28 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 1 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on 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 3.12 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.40 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, NHC Healthcare, Joplin 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 56.1%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer. 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 (28 most recent)

G - Isolated - Actual harm Jun 24, 2024 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 24, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0947

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0887

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0883

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0760

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 27, 2023 Tag: 0698

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 11, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 8, 2023 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: Aug 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 8, 2023 Tag: 0602

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 6, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 4, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 6, 2023 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: Aug 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 6, 2023 Tag: 0602

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 9, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 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: Jun 17, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 17, 2021

F - Widespread - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 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: Jun 17, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0742

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 17, 2021

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0695

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 17, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0690

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2021

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0684

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 17, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 3, 2021 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2021

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Nov 15, 2019 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: Dec 23, 2019

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 15, 2019 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2019

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 15, 2019 Tag: 0690

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2019

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 15, 2019 Tag: 0638

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 23, 2019

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 28.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 1.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 6.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 36.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 2.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 4.5% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 6.8% 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 3.3% 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 97.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 21.3% 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 23.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 82.6% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 88.1% No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for NHC Healthcare, Joplin?
NHC Healthcare, Joplin has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (3★), staffing levels (2★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at NHC Healthcare, Joplin?
NHC Healthcare, Joplin reports 3.12 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.40 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 56.1%.
How many beds does NHC Healthcare, Joplin have?
NHC Healthcare, Joplin has 124 certified beds with approximately 82 residents. The facility is located at 2700 East 34th Street, Joplin, MO 64803.
Does NHC Healthcare, Joplin have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, NHC Healthcare, Joplin has 28 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 1 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has NHC Healthcare, Joplin received any fines or penalties?
No, NHC Healthcare, Joplin has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns NHC Healthcare, Joplin?
NHC Healthcare, Joplin is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was NHC Healthcare, Joplin last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for NHC Healthcare, Joplin was on Aug 4, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for NHC Healthcare, Joplin?
NHC Healthcare, Joplin 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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