Bethesda Dilworth
9645 Big Bend Blvd · Saint Louis, MO · 63122 · 3149685460
350 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$88,946 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.49 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $88,946 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 3, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected September 19, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 23, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected April 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected October 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
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.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2020
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected March 6, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2020
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 6, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2020
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 6, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2020
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 6, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2020
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 6, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 11, 2025 | Fine | $88,946 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265764 · certified since May 1, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.