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Nursing homes in Howell County, Missouri
There are 5 certified nursing homes in Howell County, Missouri, with 574 beds between them.
20% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (53%). Inspectors recorded 92 health deficiencies over three cycles, 16.0 per 100 beds against 35.0 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $10K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Howell County | Missouri | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 5 | 487 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 20% | 53% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 16.0 | 35.0 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.4 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $10K | $18M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Healthcare | Mountain View | 105 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 13.3 | — | 4 Apr 2025 |
| Nhc Healthcare, West Plains | West Plains | 114 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 13 | 11.4 | — | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Brooke Haven Healthcare | West Plains | 120 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 28 | 23.3 | $10K | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Willow Care Nursing Home | Willow Springs | 105 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 15.2 | — | 8 Jan 2026 |
| West Vue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | West Plains | 130 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 16.2 | — | 16 Apr 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 8 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 8 |
| F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | 7 |
| F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | 5 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 4 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: National Healthcare Corporation (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Howell County, Missouri?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 574 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Howell County have the highest CMS ratings?
Mountain View Healthcare (5 stars), Nhc Healthcare, West Plains (5 stars), Brooke Haven Healthcare (4 stars)
How do Howell County nursing homes compare with Missouri?
20% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 53% statewide; citations run at 16.0 per 100 beds against 35.0 statewide.