Nursing Homes in Pilot Grove, Missouri
Pilot Grove has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+2.52 vs state
Total Beds
60
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
28 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Pilot Grove
Katy Manor
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About Nursing Home Care in Pilot Grove
The Verdict: For families researching nursing home care in Pilot Grove, MO, the market is more limited than ideal. The standout is Pilot Grove Nursing Home, which boasts a solid reputation with an above-average rating of 5.0 stars from the state, indicating a generally positive environment for residents. However, with only one facility available in town, families should be prepared for limited options in this area.
Who to Consider: The primary facility to visit is Pilot Grove Nursing Home. This facility shines with its clean record, having incurred zero fines in the past three years, which speaks volumes about its operational standards. If you are open to exploring nearby options, consider checking out facilities in surrounding towns like Boonville or Columbia for potentially better alternatives.
Who to Avoid: Thankfully, there are no facilities in Pilot Grove with major red flags, like fines or abuse citations, so there's no immediate need to skip any specific place. However, always remain vigilant during visits—look for staff engagement, cleanliness, and overall resident well-being. One practical tip: when visiting, ask residents and their families about their experiences; this firsthand feedback can provide invaluable insights into the facility's true environment.
Pilot Grove at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Pilot Grove rates better than most Missouri cities
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Pilot Grove is stable
Questions Pilot Grove Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Pilot Grove avg is 0.47 hrs (28 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Pilot Grove facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Pilot Grove, Missouri
Pilot Grove, Missouri's Cooper County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 60 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Pilot Grove vs. Missouri: Above Average Quality
Pilot Grove nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 5.00 stars exceeds Missouri's statewide average of 2.48 stars by 2.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
1 of 1 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Pilot Grove families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Pilot Grove, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Pilot Grove
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Pilot Grove facilities average 0.47 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Pilot Grove resident receives approximately 28 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Pilot Grove facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Pilot Grove has no non-profit nursing homes—all 0 facilities with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Pilot Grove may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Pilot Grove perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Missouri cities for additional options. The following Missouri cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Saint Louis — 35 facilities
- Kansas City — 23 facilities
- Springfield — 17 facilities
- Independence — 9 facilities
- Florissant — 9 facilities
- Jefferson City — 8 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Pilot Grove, Missouri?
Pilot Grove has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Pilot Grove?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Pilot Grove include:
- • Katy Manor — Grade B+, 85/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Pilot Grove nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Pilot Grove as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Pilot Grove Nursing Homes
Pilot Grove offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.