Sunterra Springs Independence
Independence, MO · Medicare-certified nursing home (CCN 265864) · 38 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (816) 335-3008 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Sunterra Springs Independence holds a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the Missouri state average of 2.51. Its health inspection rating is 4 out of 5 and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Sunterra Springs Independence reports total nurse staffing of about 4.11 hours per resident per day, including 0.97 RN hours per resident per day, with a CMS staffing rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 65.4%.
CMS reports no federal fines on record for Sunterra Springs Independence, with $0.00 in fines and 0 payment denials. This facility does not have a CMS abuse icon or Special Focus status flagged in the data provided.
About this facility
Sunterra Springs Independence is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Independence, Jackson County, Missouri, operated as a for-profit limited liability company. The facility is certified for 38 beds and reports an average daily census of 36.9 residents, making it a small facility. It was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid participation on November 17, 2017.
According to CMS Care Compare, Sunterra Springs Independence holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the Missouri state average of 2.51. Its health inspection rating is 4 out of 5, its quality measure (QM) rating is 5 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
On staffing, CMS reports total nurse staffing of 4.1135 hours per resident per day, including 0.96569 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 65.4%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 0 federal fines totaling $0.00 — no federal fines on record — and 0 payment denials for this facility.
This facility is part of the Sunterra Springs chain, which operates 4 locations nationally with an average chain rating of 3.8 out of 5. CMS records indicate no ownership change in the past 12 months for this facility, so the current ratings reflect the current operator.
Data reflects the most recent information published by CMS Care Compare; families should verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Sunterra Springs Independence has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the Missouri state average of 2.51.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
CMS lists this facility's provider type as Medicare.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.11 hours per resident per day, including 0.97 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 out of 5; turnover is 65.4%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials for this facility.
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 Special Focus designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 38 beds with an average daily census of 36.9 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 Sunterra Springs chain, which has 4 locations averaging a 3.8 rating.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for certification on November 17, 2017.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus three component ratings — health inspections (4/5), staffing (3/5), and quality measures (5/5) — which combine into the overall 5/5 score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at 8163353008 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 8163353008 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/265864?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.