Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3 of 6 nursing homes in Cape Girardeau (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
650
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$172,265 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is adequate, with 6 total facilities and 50% recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated facility, Lutheran Home, has excellent reviews, there are 2 facilities with a combined total of $172,265 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LUTHERAN HOME, THE (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. The Lutheran Home's impressive Trust Score of 90/100 reflects its commitment to high-quality care and community focus, making it an excellent choice for residents and their families.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 HEARTLAND CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER (75) — Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With zero fines and a dedicated staff, this 102-bed facility provides a comfortable and caring environment for recovery.
- 3 CHATEAU GIRARDEAU (70) — Chateau Girardeau, a non-profit facility, holds a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a commitment to community-oriented care and zero fines, it offers a nurturing environment for its 75 residents.
The other 3 Cape Girardeau facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $172K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. The Lutheran Home's impressive Trust Score of 90/100 reflects its commitment to high-quality care and community focus, making it an excellent choice for residents and their families.
Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With zero fines and a dedicated staff, this 102-bed facility provides a comfortable and caring environment for recovery.
Chateau Girardeau, a non-profit facility, holds a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With a commitment to community-oriented care and zero fines, it offers a nurturing environment for its 75 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Cape Girardeau Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $172,265
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Cape Girardeau Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Cape Girardeau's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 6 Cape Girardeau facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Cape Girardeau avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Cape Girardeau facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Cape Girardeau, MO are recommended?
3 of 6 nursing homes in Cape Girardeau (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Cape Girardeau "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Cape Girardeau?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.