Nursing home · Caruthersville, MO
Southgate Living Center
500 Truman Boulevard, Caruthersville, MO 63830 · 94 certified beds · for profit ownership · part of Circle B Enterprises
Source: CMS Provider Data, processed Sep 1, 2026.
The latest inspection, in plain English
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Jun 5, 2026, when they cited 2 problems. The most common area was infection control (1 citation). None rose to the level of actual harm; the most serious was severity code E, on a scale from A to L. 0 of 2 are marked corrected in the CMS data. At its most recent standard inspection (Jun 5, 2026) it had 2 citations, compared with an average of 5.0 for Dexter-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Staffing and turnover
Nursing staff spend 3.57 hours per resident per day here, 4% more than the Missouri average (3.43) and 8% less than the U.S. average (3.86). Registered nurses account for 0.24 of those hours, versus 0.46 in Missouri and 0.68 nationally. Nursing staff turnover was 50% over the past year, 6 points lower than Missouri (56%) and 4 points higher than the U.S. (46%).
How Southgate Living Center compares
This home's latest CMS figures next to the averages for Dexter-area homes (15), Missouri (487) and the U.S. (14,680).
| This home | Dexter area | Missouri | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.57 | 3.51 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.24 | 0.46 | 0.46 | 0.68 |
| Weekend nurse hours per resident per day | 2.94 | 3.07 | 3.01 | 3.42 |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | 50% | 51% | 56% | 46% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | 57% | 41% | 48% | 43% |
| Citations at the most recent standard inspection | 2 | 5.0 | 11.4 | 9.2 |
Inspection history
Citations by inspection date in the current CMS data. Red bars include a citation rated actual harm or worse.
Medicare does not publish past star ratings in its current data, so we show inspection history instead.
Most recent 20 of 20 health citations, in CMS wording. Severity codes run from A (least serious) to L (most serious).
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| Date | Deficiency | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2026 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy service | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | 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 | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | 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. Nursing and physician services | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 6, 2025 | 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 | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy service | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy service | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and dietary | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | 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 | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Feb 9, 2024 | 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 | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 18, 2023 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals. Quality of life and care · complaint | J immediate jeopardy | Past Non-Compliance |
Fines and penalties
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2023 | Fine | $13,397 |
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Questions about Southgate Living Center
Answers computed from CMS data for this facility.
What is Southgate Living Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare rates Southgate Living Center 4 out of 5 stars overall (above average). The average for Dexter-area nursing homes is 3.7, for Missouri 2.51 and for the U.S. 2.99.
How did Southgate Living Center do on its last inspection?
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Jun 5, 2026, when they cited 2 problems. The most common area was infection control (1 citation). None rose to the level of actual harm; the most serious was severity code E, on a scale from A to L. 0 of 2 are marked corrected in the CMS data. At its most recent standard inspection (Jun 5, 2026) it had 2 citations, compared with an average of 5.0 for Dexter-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Has Southgate Living Center been fined?
Yes. CMS reports 1 fine totaling $13,397 in the past three years.
Does Southgate Living Center accept Medicaid?
Southgate Living Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Call (573) 333-5150 to ask whether a Medicaid bed is open.
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Source: CMS Provider Data, processed 2026-09-01. Inspection findings reflect conditions on the survey date and may since have been corrected. Verify on Medicare Care Compare.