Life Care Center of Bridgeton
12145 Bridgeton Square Dr · Bridgeton, MO · 63044 · 3142987444
91 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Life Care Centers of America
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.55 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $21,801 |
Inspection citations (58 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 2025
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
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 March 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 28, 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 March 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 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 March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected July 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2024
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 February 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2024
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 February 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $21,801 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265345 · certified since January 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.