Lebanon South Nursing & Rehab
514 West Fremont Road · Lebanon, MO · 65536 · 4175325351
116 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: James & Judy Lincoln
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.41 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected May 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 16, 2026 · 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 May 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 23, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
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.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 23, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 23, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 23, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 23, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 23, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 23, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F May 23, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
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.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
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.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 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 November 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected November 20, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265428 · certified since May 9, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.