Country Aire Retirement Center
Nursing Home · Lewistown, MO
CMS certification number265474
Contact & location
18540 State Highway 16Lewistown, MO 63452
Lewis County
- Phone
- (573) 215-2216
- ZIP code
- 63452 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 60
- Residents per day
- 38.9 (65% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Legal Business Name Not Available
- Medicare certified since
- November 14, 1991
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 2.97 (state 3.43 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.25 (state 0.46 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.79 (state 0.68 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 1.94 (state 2.29 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.67 (state 3.02 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 61.3 (state 56.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- —
- Administrators who left
- 3 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- July 11, 2024
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 14.0 (state 11.5 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 4
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 66 health · 14 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-17 | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. F0563 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-11-17 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-11-17 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-11-17 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-12-26 |
| 2025-03-19 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-09 |
| 2025-03-19 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. F0835 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. F0565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. F0678 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-03-19 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-02 |
| 2025-01-08 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-02-21 |
| 2024-09-09 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-02 |
| 2024-07-11 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. F0568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. F0636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. F0909 · Environmental Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. F0575 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2024-07-11 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-24 |
| 2023-10-05 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-14 |
| 2023-01-18 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly F0868 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. F0940 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. F0943 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. F0809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
| 2023-01-18 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-04-19 |
| 2023-01-18 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-20 |
| 2023-01-18 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-30 |
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Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-19 | Payment Denial | 3 days payment denial |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Data Not Available |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Country Aire Retirement Center?
Country Aire Retirement Center has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.5-star average in Missouri.
How many beds does Country Aire Retirement Center have?
It has 60 certified beds and cares for about 39 residents per day.
Has Country Aire Retirement Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Country Aire Retirement Center?
(573) 215-2216. The facility is located at 18540 State Highway 16, Lewistown, MO 63452.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.