Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Butler, Missouri
1 of 2 nursing homes in Butler (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
203
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
26 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Butler, Missouri is adequate but limited, with only 2 facilities available. Families should consider MEDICALODGES BUTLER, the top-rated facility with a B+ and 4 stars, while noting that 50% of the facilities are recommended.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 MEDICALODGES BUTLER (83) — Medicalodges Butler shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a for-profit model, ensuring residents receive attentive services in a well-maintained environment.
The other 1 Butler facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Medicalodges Butler shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care in a for-profit model, ensuring residents receive attentive services in a well-maintained environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Butler Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.52 | 0.43 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 12 | 26.5 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Butler Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Butler's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Butler facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Butler avg is 26 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Butler facilities average 26.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Butler at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 56.5 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 26.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Butler, MO are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Butler (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Butler "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Butler?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.