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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare

631 West Main Street · Buffalo, MO 65622 · 60 certified beds

4179328040

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About Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare

Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare is a nursing home in Buffalo, Missouri. Public records list 60 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Blue SKY Basin, LLC. It is Medicare certified. We hold 66 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 18 February 2026. CMS also lists 3 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.03 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

61

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

61

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

1.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

61

Inspection history (66)

Records from November 2019 to February 2026.

  • May 6, 2025 · D

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-06 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-06.GOV

  • May 6, 2025 · D

    Citation F0636

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-06 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-06.GOV

  • May 6, 2025 · D

    Citation F0640

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-06 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-06.GOV

  • April 12, 2025 · E

    Citation F0728

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-12 under CMS tag F0728 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-12.GOV

  • April 12, 2025 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-12 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-12.GOV

  • April 12, 2025 · F

    Citation F0835

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-12 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-12.GOV

  • January 14, 2025 · F

    Citation F0835

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-14 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-14.GOV

  • November 25, 2024 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-25 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-25.GOV

  • November 25, 2024 · E

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-25 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-25.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · F

    Citation F0801

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · F

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · F

    Citation F0835

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · F

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

Penalties (3)

Total fines on file: $92,080

  • January 8, 2026 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2026-03-27

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2026-03-27, lasting 6 days (triggered by inspection on 2026-01-08). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-08.GOV

  • January 8, 2026 · Fine

    Citation FINE-139397

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $92,080 against this nursing home on 2026-01-08 (Fine ID: 139397). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-08.GOV

  • October 7, 2024 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2025-01-07

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-01-07, lasting 49 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-10-07). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 4.03 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.28 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.28 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-014.03 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-014.03 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q14.03 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.74 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Blue SKY Basin, LLC

Chain ID 894 · 5 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.4
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 1.8
  • Chain average staffing rating: 1
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 1.4

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Blue SKY Basin LLC

    parent · PAC 4981002102

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical MO range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · MO$6,741/mo
See full MO cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
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Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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