Salem Care Center
1203 N Jackson · Salem, MO · 65560 · 5737296649
60 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.53 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 38% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 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 September 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
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 September 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F August 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
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 November 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F October 5, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
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.
Corrected November 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B October 5, 2023
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 November 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265885 · certified since April 26, 2024. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.