Salem Care Center
1203 N Jackson, Salem, MO 65560 · (573) 729-6649
For profit - Corporation · 60 certified beds
Salem Care Center has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in March 2026, found 5 citations (the Missouri average is 11.4). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars · Much below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on March 27, 2026 found 5 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.March 27, 2026 · F0570 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.March 27, 2026 · F0728 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.March 27, 2026 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.March 27, 2026 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.March 27, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.June 16, 2026 · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.August 9, 2024 · F0602 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Missouri average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.25 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.46 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.66 | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.17 | 2.29 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 32.4% | 56% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 60 |
| Average residents per day | 43.4 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Salem Memorial District Hospital Salem · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Seville Care Center Salem · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Lebanon South Nursing & Rehab Lebanon · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Lebanon North Nursing & Rehab Lebanon · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Hickory Manor Licking · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
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