Cape Girardeau County, Missouri · Nursing home
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
1 of 5 overall from CMS
365 South Broadview Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 2.5
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.53 hours Above the state average of 3.43
- Nursing staff who left in a year 68.5% Above the state average of 56.0%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 44 7 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $149,578 4 fines
- Certified beds in use 70.9% of 120 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau is a 120-bed nursing home in Cape Girardeau, Missouri (Cape Girardeau County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.53 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Missouri average of 3.43. CMS lists 4 fines totaling $149,578 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day (average)
- 85.1
- Certified since
- 1982 (44 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Life Care Centers of America (194 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 4 fines totaling $149,578 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 18 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on May 22, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Missouri average is 11.4. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 68.5%, above the Missouri average of 56.0%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 Missouri average 2.5
- Health inspections 2 of 5 Missouri average 2.8
- Staffing 1 of 5 Missouri average 2.2
- Quality measures 3 of 5 Missouri average 2.7
The vertical line marks the Missouri average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.53 h Missouri average 3.43
- Nurse aides 1.84 h Missouri average 2.29
- Licensed practical nurses 1.14 h Missouri average 0.68
- Registered nurses 0.55 h Missouri average 0.46
- All staff, weekends 3.11 h Missouri average 3.01
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 10 hours. The vertical line marks the Missouri average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover68.5%
- Missouri average56.0%
- Registered nurse turnover88.9%
- Missouri average47.8%
- Administrators who left1
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Missouri and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Missouri | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 9.3% | 18.1% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 9.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% | 2.3% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 7.5% | 18.5% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.3% | 4.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 87.2% | 84.1% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 7.2% | 17.4% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 32.2% | 25.6% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 88.3% | 90.9% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 24.8% | 17.8% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 10.0% | 23.5% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.34 | 2.11 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.63 | 2.33 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Missouri | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 40.0% | 65.7% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 52.3% | 63.5% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.2% | 26.0% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 17.9% | 13.7% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 44 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 2 were at the immediate jeopardy level and 5 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 16 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jun 27, 2025: Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2025 | 18 | 4 |
| Mar 15, 2024 | 18 | 1 |
| Oct 6, 2022 | 8 | 5 |
Missouri homes averaged 11.4 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (44)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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CPotential for minimal harm, widespread
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 2, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance (Nov 12, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 7, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 7, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 24, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 26, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 26, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 26, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 18, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 18, 2024)
Showing the 30 most recent of 44.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2025 | Fine | $81,955 |
| May 22, 2025 | Payment Denial | 19 days |
| Mar 18, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
| Nov 26, 2024 | Fine | $30,030 |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Fine | $20,248 |
Missouri homes averaged 0.8 fines and $37,425 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Missouri
- Size100 of 487 by certified beds
- Missouri average residents per day73.0
- ChainLife Care Centers of America
- Chain average overall rating3.4 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Cape Girardeau6
- Homes in Cape Girardeau County8
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau?
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 1 and quality measures is 3.
How many beds does Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau have?
Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau has 120 certified beds. It averages 85.1 residents per day, about 70.9% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau?
The home reports 3.53 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.55 hours from registered nurses. The Missouri average is 3.43 hours and 0.46 hours from registered nurses.
Has Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 4 fines totaling $149,578 in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 5 of 5 Lutheran Home, the 274beds 64.3%in use 4.54nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Chateau Girardeau 75beds 71.7%in use 4.26nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Ratliff Care Center 46beds 88.3%in use 3.24nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Cape Girardeau County
Who to call in Missouri
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Missouri.
- Long-term care ombudsman Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 800-309-3282 (Email: LTCOmbudsman@health.mo.gov) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline (long-term care facility complaints) 1-800-392-0210 (7 days a week, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Relay Missouri 1-800-735-2966. Reports can also be made online (moapss.health.mo.gov, linked from Health.Mo.Gov/abuse).) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Missouri staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 265185. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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