Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
NHC HEALTHCARE, DESLOGE
DESLOGE, MO · 120 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey April 24, 2025
CMS Certification Number 265158 · first certified February 1982
Ownership
Operated by NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION · For profit - Corporation
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within MO
22 citations — more than 58% of the 487 certified nursing homes in MO. Compared within MO rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 2 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 10. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window is open now: June 2026 to January 2027. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was April 2025. Facilities in MO are typically surveyed 14–21 months after the last one (median 17), measured over 567 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
4 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 22 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in MO, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the MO figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 22 |
| Median facility in MO | 18 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| September 23, 2022 | 14 |
| March 29, 2024 | 6 |
| April 24, 2025 | 2 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | 3 | 2025-04-24 |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 2 | 2025-04-24 |
| K-0781 | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | 2 | 2024-03-29 |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | 1 | 2022-09-23 |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | 1 | 2024-03-29 |
| K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | 1 | 2022-09-23 |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | 1 | 2024-03-29 |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | 1 | 2022-09-23 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 7
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 5
- Egress Deficiencies 5
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 5
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 7 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 5 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 5 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 5 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
April 24, 2025 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 8, 2025) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 8, 2025) |
March 29, 2024 — 6 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
| K-0223 | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
| K-0781 | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2024) |
September 23, 2022 — 14 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0281 | Install proper backup exit lighting. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Waiver has been granted (March 23, 2023) |
| K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Waiver has been granted (March 23, 2023) |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0781 | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 4, 2022) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.