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HomeMissouriCountry Aire Retirement Center

Country Aire Retirement Center

18540 State Highway 16, Lewistown, MO 634525732152216WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(3 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
60
certified

How Country Aire Retirement Center Compares in Missouri

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Missouri. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
MO average
2.5/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
MO average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
1/5
MO average
2.2/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.97 hrs/day
MO average
3.43 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.25 hrs/day
MO average
0.46 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
61.3%
MO average
56.1%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the Missouri average of 2.5/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the Missouri average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 2.97 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.43.
Reported RN time is 0.25 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.46.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
52
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 18, 2023
Most recent cycle
14
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 11, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 38 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$5,540/mo
Missouri median
Private Room
$6,236/mo
Missouri median
Lewis County 65+
1,869
18.7% of county
County Population
9,987
Lewis County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Country Aire Retirement Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lewistown, Missouri with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
38.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 14, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Lewis
Last Inspection
Jul 11, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
14
Weighted Score
219.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (66)

F0563Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

Survey: Nov 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Nov 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Nov 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Nov 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0568Potential for Harm

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0636Potential for Harm

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0909Potential for Harm

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0575Minimal Harm

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Minimal Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0727Potential for Harm

Have 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.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0835Potential for Harm

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0565Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0678Potential for Harm

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0727Potential for Harm

Have 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.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Sep 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0730Potential for Harm

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0940Potential for Harm

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0943Potential for Harm

Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Survey: Jan 18, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 36 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

Payment DenialMar 19, 2025
3 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.94 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.25 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.97 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.67 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
61.3%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
3

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Country Aire Retirement Center and nearby alternatives.

All Missouri facilities
Country Aire Retirement Center
Lewistown, MOCurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
La Belle Manor Care Center
La Belle, MO7.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Lewis County Nursing Home District
Canton, MO13.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $7,342
Knox County Nursing Home District
Edina, MO19.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $93,280
Clark County Nursing Home
Kahoka, MO24.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
Palmyra, MO25.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $74,653
Luther Manor Retirement & Nursing Center
Hannibal, MO27.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $13,270
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Country Aire Retirement Center
Lewistown, MO · Current facility
—1/51/51/5None recorded
La Belle Manor Care Center
La Belle, MO
7.2 mi1/52/51/5None recorded
Lewis County Nursing Home District
Canton, MO
13.8 mi1/51/54/5$7,342
Knox County Nursing Home District
Edina, MO
19.2 mi1/52/53/5$93,280
Clark County Nursing Home
Kahoka, MO
24.4 mi2/53/54/5None recorded
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
Palmyra, MO
25.2 mi1/52/53/5$74,653
Luther Manor Retirement & Nursing Center
Hannibal, MO
27.0 mi1/52/51/5$13,270

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Country Aire Retirement Center?▾
Country Aire Retirement Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Country Aire Retirement Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Missouri is $5,540/month for a semi-private room and $6,236/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Country Aire Retirement Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Country Aire Retirement Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Country Aire Retirement Center had 14 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 11, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Country Aire Retirement Center?▾
Country Aire Retirement Center provides 2.97 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.25 RN hours, 0.79 LPN hours, and 1.94 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 61.3%.
How many beds does Country Aire Retirement Center have?▾
Country Aire Retirement Center has 60 certified beds with an average of 38.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 65% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Prime Healthcare Management chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Country Aire Retirement Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Missouri. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Country Aire Retirement Center?▾
On Google Maps, Country Aire Retirement Center has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

Part of Prime Healthcare Management

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