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17451 MEDICAL CENTER PARKWAY, INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64057

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • MissouriLowest tier among peers479 rated homes · average 2.5★
  • Jackson CountyLowest tier among peers38 rated homes · average 2.1★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.8 vs MO avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−0.1 vs MO avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star1★−1.7 vs MO avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

  • Special Focus Facility candidateThis facility is on the CMS candidate list for the Special Focus Facility program, meaning it is among the poorest-performing facilities in its state on recent inspections.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersMO avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 42% of peersMO avg2.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments1★Lowest tier among peersMO avg2.7★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff4.24hrsAbove 87% of peersMO avg3.47Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.42hrsAbove 53% of peersMO avg0.46Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is betterNo dataMO avg57%RN turnover
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$339,807Above only 1% of peersMO avg$37,310Fines · denials38 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
74citations
7inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
May 14, 2025most recent

Citations by monthAug 2021 – May 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

May 14, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
Feb 19, 202541 citationsCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardypayment denial, $131,318
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  2. F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  3. F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  4. F578Honor 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 RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  5. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  6. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  7. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  8. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  9. F656Develop 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 PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  10. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  11. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  12. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  13. F680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  14. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  15. F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  16. Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  17. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  18. F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 15, 2025
  19. F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  20. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  21. F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  22. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  23. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  24. F761Ensure 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 ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  25. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  26. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  27. F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  28. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  29. F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  30. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  31. F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  32. F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  33. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  34. F584Honor 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 RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  35. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2025
  36. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2025
  37. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  38. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  39. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  40. F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2025
  41. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Jun 15, 2025
Nov 21, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
  2. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Apr 22, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2024
Feb 13, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm$4,938, $4,938
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Mar 25, 2024
  2. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Mar 25, 2024
Jun 5, 202321 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm$4,587, $4,587, $4,587, $4,587
  1. F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 27, 2023
  2. F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  3. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  4. F656Develop 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 PlanningE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  5. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  6. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jul 31, 2023
  7. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  8. F690Provide 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 CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  9. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  10. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  11. F761Ensure 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 ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2023
  12. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  13. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  14. F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  15. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  16. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  17. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  18. Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  19. F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  20. F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
  21. F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2023
Aug 9, 20215 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Sep 23, 2021
  2. F690Provide 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 CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 23, 2021
  3. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesC · widespreadCorrected Sep 23, 2021
  4. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Sep 23, 2021
  5. F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Sep 23, 2021

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined4.24hrsAbove 87% of peers+0.77 vs MO avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.42hrsAbove 53% of peers−0.04 vs MO avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.86hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.96hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.87hrs
  • Missouri average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is betterMO avg 57%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses onlyNot ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year
  • Occupancy118 certified beds · ~52 residents a day44%Above only 7% of peersMO avg 72%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $339,807In fines
  • 38Fines
  • 1Payment denial
  • $37,310MO avg in fines
Above only 1% of peersFewer fines than 1% of rated homes in Missouri

Actions on record

  1. Feb 19, 2025Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Apr 1, 2025
  2. Feb 19, 2025Civil money penalty$131,318
  3. Feb 20, 2024Civil money penalty$4,938
  4. Feb 12, 2024Civil money penalty$4,938
  5. Jan 22, 2024Civil money penalty$14,814
  6. Jan 8, 2024Civil money penalty$4,938
  7. Jan 2, 2024Civil money penalty$4,587
  8. Dec 11, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  9. Nov 20, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  10. Nov 13, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  11. Nov 6, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  12. Oct 30, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  13. Oct 23, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  14. Oct 17, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  15. Oct 10, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  16. Oct 2, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  17. Sep 25, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  18. Sep 18, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  19. Sep 11, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  20. Sep 5, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  21. Aug 28, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  22. Aug 21, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  23. Aug 14, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  24. Aug 7, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  25. Jul 17, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  26. Jun 26, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  27. Jun 20, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  28. Jun 12, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  29. Jun 5, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  30. May 30, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  31. May 23, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  32. May 15, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  33. May 8, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  34. Apr 17, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  35. Mar 20, 2023Civil money penalty$4,580
  36. Mar 13, 2023Civil money penalty$4,580
  37. Mar 6, 2023Civil money penalty$4,580
  38. Feb 28, 2023Civil money penalty$4,580
  39. Feb 21, 2023Civil money penalty$4,580

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Chain
Independent
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Operational or managerial control
  • The Baptist Home
Corporate directors
  • Alan Brock
  • Beverley Campbell
  • William De Noon
  • Barbara Gaines
  • Derrick Good
  • Kenette Harder
  • Leah Holdsworth
  • Allan Lane
  • +5 more
Corporate officers
  • Stuart Braams
  • Troy Culbertson
  • Rodney Harrison
  • Ronald Mackey
  • Brandy Parker
Managing employees
  • Stuart Braams
  • Ronald Mackey

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 265456 · 17451 MEDICAL CENTER PARKWAY, INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64057.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Missouri and Jackson County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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