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Heart Of The Ozarks Healthcare Center

2004 Crestview Street · Ava, MO 65608 · 120 certified beds

4176834129

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

15

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

Inspection history (23)

  • March 25, 2025 · E

    Citation F0728

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-25 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 2025-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-25.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0554

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 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 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0678

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0678 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0759

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • August 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-22 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-22.GOV
  • May 3, 2024 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-03 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · F

    Citation F0908

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 under CMS tag F0908 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep all essential equipment working safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · E

    Citation F0638

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 under CMS tag F0638 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · D

    Citation F0636

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 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 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • November 3, 2022 · E

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-11-03 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 2022-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-11-03.GOV
  • October 22, 2019 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-10-22 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-10-22.GOV
  • October 22, 2019 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-10-22 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-10-22.GOV
  • October 22, 2019 · D

    Citation F0610

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-10-22 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-10-22.GOV
  • October 22, 2019 · E

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-10-22 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-10-22.GOV
  • October 22, 2019 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-10-22 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-12-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-10-22.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.34 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.34 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.34 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Care Compare chain: Circle B Enterprises

Chain ID 145 · 36 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.5
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 3.1
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 1.8

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

  1. Parent organization: Ava Exempt Tr

    parent · PAC 2062757370

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Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

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$6,076/mo
See full MO cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

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

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