The Vardell Report.Lawson Manor & Rehab

Across 9 inspections from December 2022 to January 2026, state surveyors documented 62 findings at Lawson Manor & Rehab; 61 have a recorded correction and 1 awaits one; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections

9

2022–2026, complaint and standard

Findings

62

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

61

Of 62 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. Jan 142026

   Complaint investigation

   3 findings

   • F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 13, 2026
   • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 13, 2026
   • 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 Feb 13, 2026

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

2. Aug 182025

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level GActual harmCorrected Sep 18, 2025

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

3. Jul 302025

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • 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

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

4. Jun 92025

   Standard health inspection

   5 findings

   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
   • F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
   • F570Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 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 ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025
   • F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 21, 2025

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $51,882 imposed August 18, 2025. 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 June 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

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

5. Dec 42024

   Complaint investigation

   3 findings

   • F728Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024
   • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024

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

6. Oct 242024

   Complaint investigation

   4 findings

   • F728Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024
   • F563Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 15, 2024
   • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2024

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

7. Mar 182024

   Standard health inspection

   27 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F727Have 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.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F570Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • 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 ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • 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 Apr 26, 2024
   • F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • 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 ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • 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 Apr 26, 2024
   • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F728Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • 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 Apr 26, 2024
   • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Apr 26, 2024
   • F661Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Apr 26, 2024

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

8. Nov 72023

   Complaint investigation

   4 findings

   • F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Level GActual harmCorrected Dec 21, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 2023
   • F741Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 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 Dec 21, 2023

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

9. Dec 82022

   Standard health inspection

   14 findings

   • F728Ensure 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.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2023
   • F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 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 Jan 19, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 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 Jan 19, 2023
   • F570Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 19, 2023
   • F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.Level CPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jan 19, 2023

   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

   Citation F728, Cited in Four Inspections

   Inspectors cited F728 in December 2022, March 2024, October 2024 and December 2024. The agency describes it this way: 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. 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.

   222324242425252526F728 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Infection Control, Cited in Four Inspections

   Inspectors cited F880 in December 2022, March 2024, October 2024 and December 2024. 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.

   222324242425252526F880 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Citation F570, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F570 in December 2022, March 2024 and June 2025. The agency describes it this way: Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. 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.

   222324242425252526F570 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Help With Daily Living, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F677 in December 2022, November 2023 and March 2024. This citation covers help with bathing, dressing, eating and toileting for residents who cannot manage alone. 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.

   222324242425252526F677 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F812 in December 2022, March 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. 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.

   222324242425252526F812 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Dignity and Resident Rights, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F550 in December 2022 and March 2024. This citation covers residents’ right to dignity, to make their own choices and to communicate. 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.

   222324242425252526F550 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
7. 7

   Needs and Preferences, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F558 in December 2022 and March 2024. This citation covers whether the home reasonably accommodates each resident’s needs and preferences. 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.

   222324242425252526F558 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
8. 8

   Citation F567, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F567 in March 2024 and June 2025. The agency describes it this way: Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. 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.

   222324242425252526F567 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
9. 9

   Citation F568, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F568 in December 2022 and March 2024. The agency describes it this way: Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. 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.

   222324242425252526F568 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
10. 10

    Treatment Choices and Advance Directives, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F578 in March 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers residents’ right to accept or refuse treatment and to make an advance directive. 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.

    222324242425252526F578 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
11. 11

    Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F610 in October 2024 and December 2024. This citation covers how the home responds to and investigates an allegation of abuse, neglect or mistreatment. 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.

    222324242425252526F610 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
12. 12

    Notice Before Transfer or Discharge, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F623 in December 2022 and March 2024. This citation covers notice to the resident, their representative and the ombudsman before a transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. 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.

    222324242425252526F623 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
13. 13

    Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F656 in December 2022 and March 2024. 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.

    222324242425252526F656 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
14. 14

    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F679 in December 2022 and March 2024. The agency describes it this way: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. 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.

    222324242425252526F679 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
15. 15

    Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F761 in March 2024 and January 2026. 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.

    222324242425252526F761 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
16. 16

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect, No Recorded Correction

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

    222324242425252526F600 across all 9 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 changed after F728 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F728: cited in four inspections, most seriously at level F.

2. 02

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

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

3. 03

   What changed after F570 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F570: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

4. 04

   How long do residents usually wait for help with bathing, dressing or the bathroom, and how is that tracked?

   Help With Daily Living: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

5. 05

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

   Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level F.

6. 06

   How do staff learn each resident’s preferences, and how is a complaint about dignity handled?

   Dignity and Resident Rights: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

7. 07

   How do you adjust rooms, schedules and routines to a resident’s needs and preferences?

   Needs and Preferences: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

8. 08

   What changed after F567 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F567: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

9. 09

   What changed after F568 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F568: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

10. 10

    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 E.

11. 11

    When an allegation is made, who investigates it, and how are residents protected in the meantime?

    Investigating Alleged Violations: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

12. 12

    When do you transfer or discharge a resident, and how much notice do families get?

    Notice Before Transfer or Discharge: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

13. 13

    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.

14. 14

    What changed after F679 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

15. 15

    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.

16. 16

    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 July 30, 2025 citation has no recorded correction date.

17. 17

    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.

18. 18

    What led to the 2025 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $51,882 civil money penalty was imposed August 18, 2025. 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 Dec 8, 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 Nov 7, 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 Mar 18, 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 24, 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 4, 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 Jun 9, 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 30, 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 Aug 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 Jan 14, 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 · 265666

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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