About Meyer Care Center
Meyer Care Center, located in HIGGINSVILLE, MO, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Meyer Care Center
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.79 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.79 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Meyer Care Center provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 192 | Jul 18, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 167 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 34.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 20.5% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.8% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.4% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 24.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 7.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 97.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 99.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 52.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 8.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 88.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 70.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 26.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 10.7% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 2 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. |
Nearby Hospitals
LAFAYETTE REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER
LEXINGTON, MO
WESTERN MISSOURI MEDICAL CENTER
WARRENSBURG, MO
RAY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
RICHMOND, MO
CARROLL COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
CARROLLTON, MO
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
GEORGE J & HILDA MEYER FOUNDATION INC
Ownership Structure
- GEORGE J & HILDA MEYER FOUNDATION INC Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- MICHELLE ALUMBAUGH MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- MICHELLE ALUMBAUGH CORPORATE OFFICER
- MICHELLE ALUMBAUGH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARY SUSAN BRISCOE ADP OF THE SNF
- MARY SUSAN BRISCOE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DOUGLAS FREDRICKSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DOUGLAS FREDRICKSON ADP OF THE SNF
- KENNETH GASSEN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- KENNETH GASSEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- GEORGE J & HILDA MEYER FOUNDATION INC ADP OF THE SNF
- GEORGE J & HILDA MEYER FOUNDATION INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TIFFANY GOETZ ADP OF THE SNF
- TIFFANY GOETZ OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SARAH KIRCHHOFF ADP OF THE SNF
- SARAH KIRCHHOFF OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAVID PULLIAM ADP OF THE SNF
- DAVID PULLIAM OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAVID SCHMIDT MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- DAVID SCHMIDT CORPORATE OFFICER
- DAVID SCHMIDT CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PATRICIA SHERMAN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- THOMAS SMITH ADP OF THE SNF
- THOMAS SMITH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHANDA SPIRE MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- SHANDA SPIRE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MORGAN TRELOAR OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MORGAN TRELOAR ADP OF THE SNF
- JIMMY URFER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MELINDA WARD OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MELINDA WARD ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Senior Living Oak Grove | N/A | 3 |
| Lutheran Nursing Home | N/A | 4 |
| Warrensburg Manor Care Center | N/A | 2 |
| Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 4 |
| Life Care Center of Carrollton | N/A | 4 |
| Carroll House | N/A | 1 |
| Johnson County Care Center | N/A | 1 |
| Apple Ridge Care Center | N/A | 1 |
| Ridge Crest Nursing Center | N/A | 1 |
| Riverbend Heights Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 2 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Meyer Care Center directly at 6605844224. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.