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Complaint Investigation

Apple Ridge Care Center

December 30, 2025 · Waverly, MO · 100 West Thomas Avenue
Citations 2
CMS Rating 1/5
Beds 60
Provider ID 265420
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Apple Ridge Care Center
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Inspection Summary

APPLE RIDGE CARE CENTER in WAVERLY, MO — inspection on December 30, 2025.

Found 2 citations. Severity: Standard violations.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.

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Inspection Findings

FF0600
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

During an interview on 12/29/25 at 7:36 P.M.

Licensed Practical nurse (LPN) B said. -He/she heard CMT A yell for assistance on the locked behavioral unit. -Resident #3 was hit on his/her right arm by Resident #2.

There was no redness or swelling noted. -Resident #3 said he/she was only yelling and cursing at Resident #2.

During an interview on 12/30/25 at 1:30 P.M., Administrator said CMT A was not on the locked unit when the resident to resident altercation happened. -He/she would expect the unit to supervised by facility staff all times to prevent altercation and provide protective oversight.

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COMPLETED

12/30/2025

STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE

Apple Ridge Care Center

100 West Thomas Avenue Waverly, MO 64096

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES

During an interview on 12/29/25 at 2:26 P.M. the DON said:-The facility locked behavioral unit should not be left unattended by facility staff. -Resident #3 tends to get upset easily when medications or other cares are delayed. -Resident #3 was very demanding in wanting his/her medications on time, which can cause him/her to become upset.

During an interview on 12/29/25 at 3:08 A.M. CNA C said: -He/she had been instructed to never leave the behavioral unit unsupervised. -At least one staff is on the unit all times. -The behavioral unit is normal staffed with at least a licensed nurse or CMT and one CNA.

During an interview on 12/29/25 at 3:30 P.M. CNA B said the behavioral locked unit always requires staff to remain on the unit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in WAVERLY, MO, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from APPLE RIDGE CARE CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.


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