Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Independence, Missouri
1 of 9 nursing homes in Independence (11%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 7 avoid · data
City Average
1.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,210
across 9 facilities
High Risk Facilities
7
6 Grade F
$686,041 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/9
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Independence, Missouri, is limited and generally not favorable, with only 1 of 9 facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as 7 facilities have accumulated a total of $686,041 in fines, highlighting the need for thorough research before choosing a care option.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 SUNTERRA SPRINGS INDEPENDENCE (70) — Sunterra Springs Independence shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating, highlighting their commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this facility fosters a supportive environment for its 38 residents, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and professionalism.
The other 8 Independence facilities didn't qualify — 7 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $686K.
Recommended
Sunterra Springs Independence shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating, highlighting their commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B, this facility fosters a supportive environment for its 38 residents, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and professionalism.
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 | Independence Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 1.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 8?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 6 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $686,041
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Independence Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Independence's city average is 1.9 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 9 Independence facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Independence avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Independence 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 Independence, MO are recommended?
1 of 9 nursing homes in Independence (11%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Independence "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 Independence?
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.