Living Center, the
2506 Linden Tree Parkway · Marshall, MO · 65340 · 6608869676
99 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 75 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
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (29 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G July 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected June 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
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.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 4, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 4, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected November 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G February 9, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 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 March 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 9, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 10, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
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.
Corrected March 25, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2019
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 11, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2019
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected October 11, 2019 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2019
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2019
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 October 11, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2019
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.
Corrected October 11, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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 265688 · certified since November 25, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.