Bluffs, The
Columbia, MO · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 265498) · 132 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 3 totaling $37,621
Phone: (573) 442-6060 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Bluffs has an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Missouri state average of 2.51 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 out of 5, while its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
The Bluffs reports total nurse staffing of about 4.20 hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 61.8%.
CMS records show The Bluffs has 3 federal fines on record totaling $37,621.00, with 0 payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus program designation is indicated in the available data for this facility.
About this facility
The Bluffs is a nonprofit-corporation nursing home in Columbia, Missouri (Boone County), certified for Medicare and Medicaid since May 1992. The facility has 132 certified beds and an average daily census of 118.1 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Bluffs holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Missouri state average of 2.51 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 out of 5. The facility's quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 4.20 per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 61.8%.
On penalties, CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $37,621.00 for this facility, and 0 payment denials.
No abuse icon and no Special Focus program designation are indicated in the data provided for this facility.
No chain affiliation is listed in the available data, and there has been no change of ownership reported in the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
This summary is based on data from CMS Medicare Care Compare; families should review the full inspection record and confirm current status directly on Care Compare, as ratings and penalties are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Bluffs has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Missouri state average of 2.51 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The Bluffs is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 4.20 hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing turnover is 61.8%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $37,621.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or a Special Focus program designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Bluffs has 132 certified beds with an average of 118.1 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
The Bluffs is operated as a nonprofit corporation, and no chain affiliation is listed in the available data.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on May 5, 1992.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; The Bluffs scores 1, 1, 3, and 3 out of 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the provided data; please contact the facility at (573) 442-6060 or check Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This is not addressed in the CMS data provided; contact the facility at (573) 442-6060 to arrange a tour and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/265498?state=MO.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.