SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation LLC has a Trust Grade of B+, which indicates it is above average and recommended for consideration. It ranks #43 out of 479 facilities in Missouri, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 11 facilities in Jefferson County. The facility's performance has been stable, with three issues reported consistently over the last two years. While staffing is a weakness with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 46%, it is still below the state average. Notably, there have been no fines issued, which is a positive sign. However, there have been critical incidents, including a serious medication error where a resident received the wrong medications, which underscores the need for improved medication management practices. Additionally, there were concerns regarding the handling of resident funds and maintaining safe water temperatures, which could pose risks to resident safety. Overall, while there are strengths in the facility's health inspections and no fines, families should weigh these against the staffing and safety concerns.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Missouri
- #43/479
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 46% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Missouri facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 17 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Missouri. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Missouri avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 15 deficiencies on record
Apr 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement a baseline care plan (the minimum healthcare information ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to appropriately assess the use of bed rails for three r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain infection control practices to prevent the development and transmission of infection during tracheostomy (surgical o...
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Mar 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS, a federally mandated as...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to attempt a gradual dose reduction (GDR) for three residents (Resident #30, #48, and #55) out of 32 sampled residents. This failure had the p...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the dumpsters were closed at all times and maintained to keep pests out and/or to keep the garbage contained in the dumpster. The faci...
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Jul 2023
1 deficiency
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow professional standards of practice and the facility's medica...
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Sept 2022
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike envir...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Employee Disqualification List (EDL), Criminal Background Checks (CBC) and Nurse Aide (NA) Registry were completed prior to the ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to document a complete and accurate Minimum Data Set (MD...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a proper diagnosis for an antipsychotic (a medication that affects brain activities associated with mental processes a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a safe environment for the residents and staf...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0567
(Tag F0567)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility staff failed to ensure resident funds were placed in an account separate from...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the residents' environment was free of accident hazards by not...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0569
(Tag F0569)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide a final accounting of resident fund balances within thirty ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Missouri.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Missouri facilities.
- • 15 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Missouri, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc Staffed?
CMS rates SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 46%, compared to the Missouri average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc?
State health inspectors documented 15 deficiencies at SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm, 13 with potential for harm, and 1 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc?
SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by NORBERT BENNETT & DONALD DENZ, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 189 certified beds and approximately 159 residents (about 84% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in HERCULANEUM, Missouri.
How Does Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc Compare to Other Missouri Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Missouri, SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.5, staff turnover (46%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Missouri. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc Stick Around?
SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC has a staff turnover rate of 46%, which is about average for Missouri nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc Ever Fined?
SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Scenic Wellness & Rehabilitation Llc on Any Federal Watch List?
SCENIC WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.