Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sikeston, Missouri
2 of 6 nursing homes in Sikeston (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
535
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$23,650 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Sikeston, Missouri is adequate, with 6 total facilities and 33% recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility is Clearview Nursing Center (B+, 5★), one facility has incurred a total of $13,627 in fines, indicating potential quality concerns.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CLEARVIEW NURSING CENTER (83) — Clearview Nursing Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility is committed to providing quality care in a well-maintained environment for its 90 residents, making it a top choice in Sikeston.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 DAYBREAK NURSING CENTER (70) — Daybreak Nursing Center offers a reliable option with a CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although it has a Grade B and no fines, its focus on patient care and comfort for its 70 residents makes it a commendable choice for families seeking quality nursing support.
The other 4 Sikeston facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $23K.
Recommended
Clearview Nursing Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility is committed to providing quality care in a well-maintained environment for its 90 residents, making it a top choice in Sikeston.
Daybreak Nursing Center offers a reliable option with a CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although it has a Grade B and no fines, its focus on patient care and comfort for its 70 residents makes it a commendable choice for families seeking quality nursing support.
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 | Sikeston Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
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 $23,650
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Sikeston 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?"
Sikeston's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 6 Sikeston facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sikeston avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sikeston 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 Sikeston, MO are recommended?
2 of 6 nursing homes in Sikeston (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sikeston "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 Sikeston?
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.