Nursing home · Arnold, MO
South County Health Care Center
1101 West Outer 21 Road, Arnold, MO 63010 · 153 certified beds · for profit ownership · part of Reliant Care Management
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 16, 2026, when they cited 2 problems from complaint investigations. The most common area was resident rights (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 (Aug 7, 2025) it had 24 citations, compared with an average of 11.5 for Festus-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Staffing and turnover
Nursing staff spend 1.40 hours per resident per day here, 59% less than the Missouri average (3.43) and 64% less than the U.S. average (3.86). Registered nurses account for 0.17 of those hours, versus 0.46 in Missouri and 0.68 nationally.
How South County Health Care Center compares
This home's latest CMS figures next to the averages for Festus-area homes (10), Missouri (487) and the U.S. (14,680).
| This home | Festus area | Missouri | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 1.40 | 2.81 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.17 | 0.31 | 0.46 | 0.68 |
| Weekend nurse hours per resident per day | 1.21 | 2.46 | 3.01 | 3.42 |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | — | 57% | 56% | 46% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | — | 52% | 48% | 43% |
| Citations at the most recent standard inspection | 24 | 11.5 | 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 33 of 33 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 16, 2026 | 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 · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of life and care · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident assessment and care planning · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of life and care · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation · complaint | J immediate jeopardy | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and physician services | C | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident rights | C | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and physician services | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and dietary | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy service | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 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. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 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 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Honor 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. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 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 | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 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 |
| May 29, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals. Quality of life and care · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 22, 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 |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 24, 2023 | 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 24, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
Fines and penalties
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | Fine | $93,995 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Payment Denial | 57 days |
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Questions about South County Health Care Center
Answers computed from CMS data for this facility.
What is South County Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare rates South County Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall (much below average). The average for Festus-area nursing homes is 2.4, for Missouri 2.51 and for the U.S. 2.99.
How did South County Health Care Center do on its last inspection?
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Jun 16, 2026, when they cited 2 problems from complaint investigations. The most common area was resident rights (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 (Aug 7, 2025) it had 24 citations, compared with an average of 11.5 for Festus-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Has South County Health Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS reports 1 fine totaling $93,995 in the past three years.
Does South County Health Care Center accept Medicaid?
South County Health Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Call (636) 296-5455 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.