Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Poplar Bluff, Missouri
1 of 5 nursing homes in Poplar Bluff (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
483
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, is limited, with only 5 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a need for careful selection. Families should consider Westwood Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center, the top-rated option, but remain vigilant due to the overall low availability of quality care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 WESTWOOD HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER (78) — Westwood Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center shines with its strong Trust Score of 78/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a supportive environment, making it a recommended choice for residents seeking rehabilitation services.
The other 4 Poplar Bluff facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Westwood Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center shines with its strong Trust Score of 78/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a supportive environment, making it a recommended choice for residents seeking rehabilitation services.
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 | Poplar Bluff Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Poplar Bluff 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?"
Poplar Bluff's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 5 Poplar Bluff facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Poplar Bluff avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Poplar Bluff 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 Poplar Bluff, MO are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Poplar Bluff (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Poplar Bluff "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 Poplar Bluff?
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.