Lexington Care Center
Nursing Home Facility
1221 South Highway 13, Po Box 559, Lexington, MO 64067
Lexington Care Center is a senior care community located in Lexington, MO. It provides nursing home care and senior living for older adults in the Lexington area. To learn more or schedule a tour, call (660) 259-4695.
Operated by Mo Op Holdco, LLC, which runs 4 communities in our directory.
With 154 beds, Lexington Care Center is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Lafayette County average about 73 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.
Medicare rates this community 2 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. The individual scores differ noticeably: 4 stars for staffing against 2 stars for health inspections, so it is worth reading both before deciding. Its most recent standard health inspection was in June 2024 and recorded 10 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.4 hours from a registered nurse. Communities in Lafayette County average about 2.8 hours. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 37%.
The community is located in Lafayette County, MO.
Inspection record
In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 37 problems at Lexington Care Center. 1 finding involved harm to a resident. 7 came from investigating complaints by residents or families.
Findings from the most recent inspection cycle
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Quality of Life and Care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, widespread
Nutrition and Dietary
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, widespread
Environmental
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Resident Rights
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.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Quality of Life and Care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Environmental
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Environmental
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Quality of Life and Care
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Quality of Life and Care
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Nutrition and Dietary
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.
Lexington Care Center offers nursing home care and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type for-profit corporation
- Beds / units 154
- Nursing hours per resident/day 3.6
- Annual staff turnover 37%
- Last health inspection June 2024
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