St Joseph Chateau
Saint Joseph, MO · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 265852) · 69 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (816) 233-5164 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Joseph Chateau holds a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above Missouri's state average of 2.51. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
St Joseph Chateau reports total nurse staffing of about 2.67 hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 40.7%.
St Joseph Chateau has no federal fines on record and no payment denials, according to CMS data. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation noted for this facility.
About this facility
St Joseph Chateau is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Saint Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri, operating with 69 certified beds and an average daily census of 67.8 residents. The facility is organized as a for-profit limited liability company and has been certified since August 11, 2015.
According to CMS Care Compare, St Joseph Chateau holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Missouri state average of 2.51. Its component ratings are: health inspection 4 stars, quality measures 3 stars, and staffing 2 stars.
Staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse staffing of 2.67 hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 40.7%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists no federal fines on record (0 fines, $0.00 total) and no payment denials for this facility. There is no abuse icon and no Special Focus Facility designation noted in the data provided.
St Joseph Chateau is part of the Vertical Health Services chain, which operates 15 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 1.9 stars, notably lower than this facility's individual rating. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
Families are encouraged to review the full inspection history and quality measure detail on Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
St Joseph Chateau has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Missouri state average of 2.51.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, St Joseph Chateau is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 2.67 hours per resident per day, with 0.46 RN hours per resident per day and a 40.7% nursing staff turnover rate, earning a staffing rating of 2 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS lists zero fines, $0.00 in total fines, and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, the data provided shows no abuse icon and no Special Focus Facility designation for St Joseph Chateau.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
St Joseph Chateau has 69 certified beds with an average daily census of 67.8 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned as a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Vertical Health Services chain, which operates 15 facilities with an average rating of 1.9 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
St Joseph Chateau has been certified since August 11, 2015.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; St Joseph Chateau scores 4, 4, 2, and 3 stars respectively in these categories.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 8162335164 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 8162335164 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/265852?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.