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Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
631 West Main Street Buffalo, MO 65622 (417) 932-8040
Special Focus Facility — SFF Candidate
CCN
265471
Certified beds
60
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Prime Healthcare Management
Nurse staffing
2.81
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.36 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 84% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected February 18, 2026
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0678No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 18, 2026
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 18, 2026
Inspected February 6, 2026
5 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0690No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 2, 2026
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 2, 2026
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 2, 2026
G
F0686Actual harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 2, 2026
J
F0684Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 2, 2026
Inspected January 22, 2026
6 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0580No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
D
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
E
F0921No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
F
F0835No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 1, 2026
Inspected January 8, 2026
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0925No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 19, 2026
Inspected June 3, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 13, 2025
D
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 13, 2025
Inspected May 6, 2025
7 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0636No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
D
F0637No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
D
F0640No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
D
F0655No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
E
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
E
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 17, 2025
Inspected April 12, 2025
3 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 26, 2025
E
F0728No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 26, 2025
F
F0835No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 26, 2025
Inspected January 14, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
F
F0835No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
Inspected November 25, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 6, 2025
E
F0921No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 6, 2025
Inspected October 7, 2024
15 citations · Health
D
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
D
F0842No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
E
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
E
F0697No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 25, 2025
E
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
F
F0727No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
F
F0801No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
F
F0835No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 6, 2024
F
F0881No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 21, 2025
Inspected December 27, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 9, 2024
Inspected December 13, 2022
16 citations · Health
C
F0732No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
D
F0561No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
D
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
D
F0640No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
D
F0655No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0607No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0623No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0625No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0638No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0678No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
E
F0761No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
F
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
F
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 5, 2023
Inspected November 8, 2019
5 citations · Health
D
F0582No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 23, 2019
D
F0688No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 23, 2019
D
F0690No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 23, 2019
E
F0570No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 23, 2019
F
F0921No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 23, 2019
Penalties
Date
Type
Amount
January 8, 2026
Payment Denial · 6 days
October 7, 2024
Payment Denial · 49 days
Ownership transfers
Effective
Seller
Buyer
08/31/2021
Buffalo Prairie Opco LLC
Buffalo Prairie Nursing and Rehab LLC
From the CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Change of Ownership dataset. A sale does not by itself say anything about care quality.