Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Buffalo, MO

Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare is a medicare and medicaid certified nursing home in Buffalo, Missouri. It is located in Dallas county at 631 West Main Street, Buffalo, Missouri 65622. You can reach out to the office of Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare via phone at (417) 932-8040. This skilled nursing facility has 60 federally certified beds with average occupancy rate of 68.83%. The nursing facility is a candidate for the "Special Focus Facility" program of CMS (nursing homes with a history of serious quality problems) and its legal business name is Buffalo Prairie Nursing and Rehab LLC and has the following ownership type - For Profit - Limited Liability Company. It is part of Blue Sky Basin, LLC, a chain of 5 nursing homes.

Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare (Medicare CCN 265471) is certified by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and participates in both medicare and medicaid program. This means if you are part of medicare or medicaid program, you may consider this nursing facility for your medical needs. It was first certified by CMS in 1991 (35 years certified) and the last quality survey was conducted in October, 2024.

Contact Information

Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
631 West Main Street, Buffalo, Missouri 65622
(417) 932-8040

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Nursing Home Profile

NameBuffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
Location631 West Main Street, Buffalo, Missouri
Certified ByMedicare and Medicaid
No. of Certified Beds60
Occupancy Rate68.83%
Medicare ID (CCN)265471
Legal Business NameBuffalo Prairie Nursing and Rehab LLC
Ownership TypeFor Profit - Limited Liability Company
ChainBlue Sky Basin, LLC (5 nursing homes)
Chain Average Overall Rating1.4 out of 5

NPI Associated with this Nursing Home:

Nursing homes may have several NPI numbers. NPIs marked Confirmed are listed with Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Medicare enrollment records; Possible ones were matched in NPPES by name, address or phone number, so please use them accordingly.

NPI Number1013679596
MatchConfirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records
Organization NameBuffalo Prairie Nursing and Rehab LLC
Doing Business AsBuffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
Address631 W Main St, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone Number417-345-5422

NPI Number1023903556
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameBuffalo SNF Operations, LLC
Doing Business AsBuffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare
Address631 W Main St, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone Number417-345-5422

NPI Number1326587916
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameBuffalo Prairie Operations Management LLC
Address631 W Main St, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone Number417-345-5422

NPI Number1588658900
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameDeaconess Long Term Care of Ohio, Inc.
Doing Business AsDallas County Care Center
Address631 W Main St, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone Number417-345-5422

NPI Number1740582055
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NamePhdc, LLC
Doing Business AsBuffalo Prairie Care Center
Address631 W Main St, Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone Number847-329-4100

Quality Ratings:

Nursing homes vary in the quality of care and services they provide to their residents. The below quality ratings for Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare are calculated from three sources - health inspection results, staffing data, and quality measure data. This information gives you an indication of the care Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare give to their patients.
Ratings from Surveys (Inspections):
Ratings from Quality Measures:
Ratings from Staffing Data:
Overall Rating:

Staffing and Staff Turnover:

Staffing hours per resident per day and staff turnover of Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare, from the payroll data it reports to CMS, are compared against the national average with the color code indicators: Better than National Average Worse than National Average

Staffing MeasureProviderNational Avg.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day4.033.86
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day0.460.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.810.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day2.762.32
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend3.823.42
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend0.40.48
Physical therapist hours per resident per day00.07
Total nursing staff turnover77.2%45.8%
Registered nurse turnover87.5%42.9%
Number of administrators who have left the nursing home20.5

Complaints, Fines and Penalties:

Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon)No
Number of Fines1
Total Amount of Fines in Dollars$92,080
Number of Payment Denials2
Total Number of Penalties3

Health Inspections:

In its most recent inspection cycle (standard health inspection in October, 2024, plus any complaint inspections), inspectors cited Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare for 29 health deficiencies (national average: 9.3). The 30 most recent of its 66 citations since 2019 are listed below.

DateDeficiencyHarm LevelStatus
Feb 18, 2026Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
F0678, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Feb 18, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected by Apr 2, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Actual harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 2, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Honor 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.
F0584, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Apr 2, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 2, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880, Infection Control, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 2, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835, Administration, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921, Environmental, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Apr 1, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
F0925, Environmental, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Feb 19, 2026
Jun 3, 2025Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 13, 2025
Jun 3, 2025Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 13, 2025
May 6, 2025Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804, Nutrition and Dietary, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
F0636, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
F0637, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
F0640, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
May 6, 2025Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 17, 2025
Apr 12, 2025Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835, Administration, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected by May 26, 2025
Apr 12, 2025Ensure 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.
F0728, Nursing and Physician Services, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by May 26, 2025
Apr 12, 2025Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by May 26, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835, Administration, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected by Feb 21, 2025
Nov 25, 2024Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921, Environmental, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Jan 6, 2025
Nov 25, 2024Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jan 6, 2025
Oct 7, 2024Have 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.
F0727, Nursing and Physician Services, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected by Feb 21, 2025

Quality of Resident Care:

These quality measures of Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare, from the regular health assessments of its residents, are compared against the national average with the color code indicators: Better than National Average Worse than National Average

Quality MeasureProviderNational Avg.
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased22.2213.87
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight11.765.19
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder2.50.82
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection3.331.59
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms39.4912.8
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained00.13
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury5.323.23
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine98.493.55
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine94.3882.04
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication6.251.56
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened20.2914.07
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication46.8519.52
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine7495.46
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine5279.75
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers3.364.62
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence20.7219.01
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication31.1115.38

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