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Truman Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

206 West First Street
Lamar, MO 64759

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-MO-265253-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Lamar, MO
Record Period
2019–2026
Source Documents
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 7 inspections from November 2019 to May 2026, state surveyors documented 46 findings at Truman Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center; 46 have a recorded correction; CMS lists no enforcement action in the window.

Inspections
7
2019–2026, complaint and standard
Findings
46
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
46
Of 46 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
0
No fines or payment denials in the window

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2019: 5 findings across 1 inspection520191 inspection2020: 0 findings across 0 inspections020200 inspections2021: 0 findings across 0 inspections020210 inspections2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 inspections2023: 9 findings across 1 inspection920231 inspection2024: 0 findings across 0 inspections020240 inspections2025: 27 findings across 3 inspections2720253 inspections2026: 5 findings across 2 inspections52026*2 inspections2019: 5 findings across 1 inspection520191 insp.2020: 0 findings across 0 inspections020200 insp.2021: 0 findings across 0 inspections020210 insp.2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 insp.2023: 9 findings across 1 inspection920231 insp.2024: 0 findings across 0 inspections020240 insp.2025: 27 findings across 3 inspections2720253 insp.2026: 5 findings across 2 inspections52026*2 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
2019150
2020000
2021000
2022000
2023190
2024000
20253270
2026250

What the Record Shows

  • 46 of 46 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists no fines or payment denials in this window.
  • 5 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, April 15, 2025, recorded 22 findings (most serious: Level F).

What to Ask About

Report at a Glance

Facility
Truman Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Address
206 West First Street, Lamar, MO 64759
CMS Certification Number
265253
Provider Type
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds
109
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Record Window
November 22, 2019 to October 1, 2026
02

Chronology

Inspection History

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. 2026

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 19, 2026

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

  2. 2026

    Complaint investigation

    4 findings

    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 1, 2026
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 1, 2026
    • 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 Jun 1, 2026
    • F809Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 1, 2026

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

  3. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • 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 25, 2026

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

  4. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    4 findings

    • F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2025
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2025
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 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 Jul 10, 2025

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

  5. 2025

    Standard health inspection

    22 findings

    The same visit included a complaint investigation.

    • F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • 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 May 30, 2025
    • F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • 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 30, 2025
    • 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 May 30, 2025
    • F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2025
    • 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 30, 2025
    • F700Try 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 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 30, 2025
    • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 30, 2025
    • F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2025
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 2025
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 10, 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 Jul 10, 2025

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

  6. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    9 findings

    • F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 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 Aug 27, 2023
    • F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023
    • F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 27, 2023

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

  7. 2019

    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 Jan 6, 2020
    • F700Try 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 6, 2020
    • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 6, 2020
    • 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 Jan 6, 2020
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 6, 2020

    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.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

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

  1. 1

    Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F684 in April 2025, June 2025 and May 2026. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. 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.

    19232525252626F684 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F812 in November 2019, April 2025 and December 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.

    19232525252626F812 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Citation F602, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F602 in April 2025 and June 2025. The agency describes it this way: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. 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.

    19232525252626F602 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F609 in April 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. 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.

    19232525252626F609 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F610 in April 2025 and April 2026. 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.

    19232525252626F610 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F686 in April 2025 and June 2025. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). 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.

    19232525252626F686 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F689 in April 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers whether residents are protected from accident hazards and supervised closely enough to prevent accidents, including falls. 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.

    19232525252626F689 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Citation F700, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F700 in November 2019 and April 2025. The agency describes it this way: 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. 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.

    19232525252626F700 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Pharmacy Services, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F755 in April 2025 and June 2025. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. 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.

    19232525252626F755 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Medication Error Rate, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F759 in November 2019 and April 2025. This citation covers whether medication errors stayed under 5 percent when inspectors watched medications being given. 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.

    19232525252626F759 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  11. 11

    Citation F801, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F801 in July 2023 and April 2025. The agency describes it this way: Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. 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.

    19232525252626F801 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
  12. 12

    Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in November 2019 and April 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. 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.

    19232525252626F880 across all 7 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

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

  1. 01

    How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?

    Quality of Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    What changed after F602 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F602: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  4. 04

    How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?

    Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  5. 05

    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.

  6. 06

    How often are residents checked for pressure injuries and repositioned, and who is responsible for it?

    Pressure Injury Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  7. 07

    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 two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  8. 08

    What changed after F700 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F700: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  9. 09

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

    Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  10. 10

    How are medication passes checked, and what happens when an error is found?

    Medication Error Rate: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  11. 11

    What changed after F801 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F801: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

  12. 12

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

    Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  13. 13

    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.

  14. 14

    Has the home been fined or had payments denied before this record begins?

    CMS lists no fines or payment denials in this window. The record starts November 22, 2019; anything earlier is not in it.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

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 Nov 22, 2019 · 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 14, 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 15, 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 Jun 5, 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 Dec 19, 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 Apr 17, 2026 · 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 May 6, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 265253

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowNovember 22, 2019 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before November 2019 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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