Nursing home · St. Louis, MO
Delmar Gardens South
5300 Butler Hill Road, St. Louis, MO 63128 · 184 certified beds · for profit ownership · part of Delmar Gardens
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 11, 2026, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was quality of life and care (1 citation). 1 citation was rated as causing actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents. All have been marked corrected. At its most recent standard inspection (Sep 17, 2024) it had 4 citations, compared with an average of 14.7 for St. Louis-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Staffing and turnover
Nursing staff spend 5.42 hours per resident per day here, 58% more than the Missouri average (3.43) and 40% more than the U.S. average (3.86). Registered nurses account for 0.44 of those hours, versus 0.46 in Missouri and 0.68 nationally. Nursing staff turnover was 56% over the past year, 0 points lower than Missouri (56%) and 10 points higher than the U.S. (46%).
How Delmar Gardens South compares
This home's latest CMS figures next to the averages for St. Louis-area homes (97), Missouri (487) and the U.S. (14,680).
| This home | St. Louis area | Missouri | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.42 | 3.66 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.44 | 0.43 | 0.46 | 0.68 |
| Weekend nurse hours per resident per day | 5.08 | 3.22 | 3.01 | 3.42 |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | 56% | 58% | 56% | 46% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | 48% | 56% | 48% | 43% |
| Citations at the most recent standard inspection | 4 | 14.7 | 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 10 of 10 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 11, 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 | J immediate jeopardy | Past Non-Compliance |
| Sep 17, 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 | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 17, 2024 | 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 |
| Sep 17, 2024 | 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 |
| Feb 13, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of life and care · complaint | G actual harm | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jul 8, 2023 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 24, 2019 | 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 |
| Oct 24, 2019 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident assessment and care planning | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 24, 2019 | 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 |
Fines and penalties
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2026 | Fine | $23,520 |
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Questions about Delmar Gardens South
Answers computed from CMS data for this facility.
What is Delmar Gardens South's Medicare rating?
Medicare rates Delmar Gardens South 4 out of 5 stars overall (above average). The average for St. Louis-area nursing homes is 2.1, for Missouri 2.51 and for the U.S. 2.99.
How did Delmar Gardens South do on its last inspection?
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Jun 11, 2026, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was quality of life and care (1 citation). 1 citation was rated as causing actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents. All have been marked corrected. At its most recent standard inspection (Sep 17, 2024) it had 4 citations, compared with an average of 14.7 for St. Louis-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Has Delmar Gardens South been fined?
Yes. CMS reports 1 fine totaling $23,520 in the past three years.
Does Delmar Gardens South accept Medicaid?
Delmar Gardens South is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Call (314) 842-0588 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.