The Vardell Report.Blue Springs Wellness & Rehabilitation

Across 8 inspections from April 2022 to July 2026, state surveyors documented 66 findings at Blue Springs Wellness & Rehabilitation; 64 have a recorded correction and 2 await one; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections

8

2022–2026, complaint and standard

Findings

66

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

64

Of 66 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

1

1 fine; payment not published

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

1. Jul 162026

   Complaint investigation

   2 findings

   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2026
   • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 14, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

2. Nov 182025

   Complaint investigation

   2 findings

   • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level GActual harmPast Non-Compliance
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for morePast Non-Compliance

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

3. Mar 282025

   Standard health inspection

   12 findings

   • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 12, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

4. Dec 22024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 15, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

5. Oct 32024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Oct 1, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

6. Apr 222024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 7, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

7. Jul 212023

   Standard health inspection

   23 findings

   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F761Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F923Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023
   • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 1, 2023

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $96,959 imposed September 27, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of July 21, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

8. Apr 72022

   Standard health inspection

   24 findings

   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F570Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022
   • F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 11, 2022

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   A Clean, Homelike Setting, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F584 in April 2022, July 2023 and December 2024. This citation covers whether rooms and shared spaces are kept safe, clean, comfortable and homelike. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F584 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F689 in April 2022, July 2023 and October 2024. This citation covers whether residents are protected from accident hazards and supervised closely enough to prevent accidents, including falls. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F689 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Infection Control, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F880 in April 2022, July 2023 and March 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F880 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Treatment Choices and Advance Directives, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F578 in April 2022 and March 2025. This citation covers residents’ right to accept or refuse treatment and to make an advance directive. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F578 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Citation F636, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F636 in April 2022 and July 2023. The agency describes it this way: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F636 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F656 in April 2022 and July 2023. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F656 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
7. 7

   Citation F693, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F693 in April 2022 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F693 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
8. 8

   Respiratory Care, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F695 in July 2023 and March 2025. This citation covers oxygen, breathing treatments and other respiratory care. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F695 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
9. 9

   Citation F756, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F756 in July 2023 and March 2025. The agency describes it this way: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2223242424252526F756 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
10. 10

    Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F761 in July 2023 and March 2025. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2223242424252526F761 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
11. 11

    Food Quality and Temperature, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F804 in April 2022 and July 2023. This citation covers whether food and drink are palatable, attractive and served at a safe temperature. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2223242424252526F804 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
12. 12

    Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F812 in April 2022 and July 2023. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2223242424252526F812 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
13. 13

    Citation F921, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F921 in April 2022 and July 2023. The agency describes it this way: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2223242424252526F921 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
14. 14

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect, No Recorded Correction

    F600 was cited in November 2025 and July 2026. This citation covers whether residents are protected from abuse and neglect by anyone. The most serious was level G (actual harm). The November 2025 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Past Non-Compliance.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    2223242424252526F600 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
15. 15

    Pharmacy Services, No Recorded Correction

    F755 was cited in March 2025 and November 2025. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. The most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more). The November 2025 citation has no recorded correction date; its status reads “Past Non-Compliance.” The record does not show whether the problem was fixed.

    2223242424252526F755 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   What was done about the cleanliness citation, and how are rooms and shared spaces checked now?

   A Clean, Homelike Setting: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

2. 02

   What changed in fall prevention and supervision after the last citation, and how do you check that it is still working?

   Accident Hazards and Supervision: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level J.

3. 03

   Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

   Infection Control: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level F.

4. 04

   How are a resident’s advance directive and treatment wishes recorded and shared with every shift?

   Treatment Choices and Advance Directives: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

5. 05

   What changed after F636 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F636: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

6. 06

   How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

   Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

7. 07

   What changed after F693 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F693: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

8. 08

   Who manages oxygen and breathing treatments on each shift, and how is the equipment checked?

   Respiratory Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

9. 09

   What changed after F756 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F756: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

10. 10

    How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?

    Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

11. 11

    May we try a meal, and how do you check food temperature by the time it reaches residents?

    Food Quality and Temperature: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

12. 12

    May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

    Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

13. 13

    What changed after F921 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F921: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

14. 14

    What happened after the abuse or neglect citation, and what changed in training or supervision?

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G. The November 18, 2025 citation has no recorded correction date.

15. 15

    How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?

    Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D. The November 18, 2025 citation has no recorded correction date.

16. 16

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

17. 17

    What led to the 2024 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $96,959 civil money penalty was imposed September 27, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Missouri state survey agency.

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Apr 7, 2022 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Jul 21, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Apr 22, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Oct 3, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Dec 2, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Mar 28, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Nov 18, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Missouri state survey agency

  Inspection Jul 16, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 265595

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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