Inspection History Overview

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2025 1 penalties totaling $23,125

$23,125
Jan 14, 2025

Fine

2022 2 penalties totaling $6,382

$5,395
Mar 11, 2022

Fine

$987
Mar 7, 2022

Fine

2021 2 penalties totaling $5,650

$650
Jun 7, 2021

Fine

$5,000
Jun 4, 2021

Fine

2019 1 penalties totaling $0

$0
Oct 20, 2019

Payment Denial

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Health Violations by Year

2025 2 violations

Tag 0760 G Feb 24, 2025

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Feb 24, 2025
Tag 0689 G Jan 14, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Feb 19, 2025

2024 4 violations

Tag 0607 D May 20, 2024

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Jun 21, 2024
Tag 0609 D May 20, 2024

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Jun 21, 2024
Tag 0812 F Apr 25, 2024

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

✓ Corrected: Jun 11, 2024
Tag 0610 D Jan 11, 2024

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Feb 12, 2024

2023 16 violations

Tag 0584 D Dec 7, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: Jan 21, 2024
Tag 0609 D Dec 7, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Jan 21, 2024
Tag 0677 D Dec 7, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Jan 21, 2024
Tag 0689 E Dec 7, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jan 21, 2024
Tag 0880 E Dec 7, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 21, 2024
Tag 0580 D Jun 29, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0656 E Jun 29, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0677 E Jun 29, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0689 E Jun 29, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0690 D Jun 29, 2023

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0761 E Jun 29, 2023

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0812 F Jun 29, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0880 E Jun 29, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Aug 13, 2023
Tag 0658 D Apr 27, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Jun 11, 2023
Tag 0602 E Mar 9, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Apr 3, 2023
Tag 0658 E Jan 27, 2023

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 13, 2023

2022 5 violations

Tag 0658 D Nov 18, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Jan 2, 2023
Tag 0600 D Jul 14, 2022

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Aug 26, 2022
Tag 0623 D Apr 13, 2022

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2022
Tag 0888 D Mar 11, 2022

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

✓ Corrected: May 18, 2022
Tag 0622 D Jan 3, 2022

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

✓ Corrected: Feb 16, 2022

2021 8 violations

Tag 0568 B Jun 4, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0570 B Jun 4, 2021

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0580 D Jun 4, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0700 E Jun 4, 2021

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0732 B Jun 4, 2021

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0760 D Jun 4, 2021

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0812 E Jun 4, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021
Tag 0880 E Jun 4, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jul 19, 2021

2020 1 violations

Tag 0880 E Jun 26, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2020

2019 5 violations

Tag 0658 D Nov 22, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 20, 2019
Tag 0689 E Nov 22, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Dec 20, 2019
Tag 0740 D Nov 22, 2019

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

✓ Corrected: Dec 20, 2019
Tag 0761 E Nov 22, 2019

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Dec 20, 2019
Tag 0658 E May 22, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Jul 6, 2019

2018 9 violations

Tag 0568 E Dec 17, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Feb 1, 2019
Tag 0623 E Dec 17, 2018

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Feb 1, 2019
Tag 0656 E Dec 17, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Feb 19, 2019
Tag 0812 F Dec 17, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Jan 18, 2019
Tag 0609 D Jul 9, 2018

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Aug 15, 2018
Tag 0610 D Jul 9, 2018

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Aug 15, 2018
Tag 0624 E Jan 29, 2018

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

✓ Corrected: Mar 13, 2018
Tag 0759 D Jan 29, 2018

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Mar 13, 2018
Tag 0812 F Jan 29, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Feb 20, 2018

2017 2 violations

Tag 0157 D Aug 4, 2017

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 31, 2017
Tag 0314 G Aug 4, 2017

Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.

✓ Corrected: Aug 31, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

BLUFFS, THE is a 2-star nursing home in COLUMBIA, MO with 132 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 5734426060
📍 3105 BLUFF CREEK DRIVE, COLUMBIA, MO
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About BLUFFS, THE

What violations has BLUFFS, THE received?
BLUFFS, THE has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of BLUFFS, THE?
BLUFFS, THE has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was BLUFFS, THE last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is BLUFFS, THE safe?
Safety at BLUFFS, THE should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact BLUFFS, THE?
Phone: 5734426060. Address: 3105 BLUFF CREEK DRIVE, COLUMBIA, MO. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does BLUFFS, THE offer?
BLUFFS, THE is a skilled nursing facility with 132 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
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