RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 9 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Independence, MO (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Independence, MO, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

9Nursing Homes in Independence
2.0/5
-0.5 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Independence Avg Rating
$116K+$36K vs state avgState avg: $80KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeIndependence, MO

Sunterra Springs Independence

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
38 BedsInspected Feb 2025

Above Missouri avg of 2.5

19200 E 37th Terrace SIndependence, MO 64057

(816) 335-3008

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeIndependence, MO

Monterey Park Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Sole proprietorship

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
122 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Missouri avg of 2.5

4600 Little Blue ParkwayIndependence, MO 64057

(816) 795-7888

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeIndependence, MO

Independence Manor Care Center

Corporation

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
99 BedsInspected Dec 2023

Below Missouri avg of 2.5

1600 South KingshighwayIndependence, MO 64055

(816) 833-4777

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeIndependence, MO

Maywood Terrace Living Center

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
89 BedsInspected Mar 2025

Below Missouri avg of 2.5

10300 East Truman RdIndependence, MO 64052

(816) 836-1250

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City report

Care landscape in Independence

How Independence compares with the rest of Missouri on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+21.6%

    About 13% higher than the state average of 19.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover63.0%

    About 11% higher than the state average of 57.0%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability18.0%

    About the same as the state average of 18.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Independence, MO?

This page evaluates 9 eligible nursing homes in Independence, MO and shows the top 9.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

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