Colonial Springs Healthcare Center

Name: Colonial Springs Healthcare Center
Address: 750 WEST COOPER, Buffalo, MO, 65622, US
Telephone: 4173452228

750 West Cooper, Buffalo, MO 65622 · Dallas County · 134 certified beds · avg 111 residents/day · certified since May 8, 1984

Part of chain: CITIZENS MEMORIAL HEALTH CARE (6 facilities, chain avg rating 3.0★)

3/5

Health inspection rating (on-site)

Serious findings on record

Fines, last 3 years

3.57

Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)

What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)

Health inspection rating: ★★★☆☆3/5 · CMS overall rating: 2/5

The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and self-reported quality measures.

All citations in the current public record (24)

CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed.

Date	Severity	What the facility was cited for
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not honor residents' right to share a room with their spouse or a roommate of their choosing, or moved residents to a different room without written notice beforehand. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not immediately notify the resident, their doctor, and a family member when something significant happened — such as an injury, a decline in health, or a room change. Families and doctors are entitled to know right away. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not honor residents' right to voice complaints without discrimination or retaliation, or did not have a working complaint process that resolves issues promptly. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep the environment free of accident hazards, or did not provide enough supervision to prevent accidents like falls. · from a complaint
Mar 11, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist. · from a complaint
Dec 6, 2024	F · Potential for harm, facility-wide	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Dec 6, 2024	F · Potential for harm, facility-wide	The facility did not keep its building and grounds safe, functional, clean, and comfortable for residents, staff, and visitors.
Dec 6, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not give the resident or their representative written notice of how long it would hold the resident's bed during a hospital stay or approved leave.
Dec 6, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide appropriate care related to bladder and bowel needs — including care for residents who use catheters and steps to prevent urinary tract infections.
Dec 6, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist.
Dec 6, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not give residents proper notice about what Medicare or Medicaid covers, or about charges the resident might owe for services that aren't covered.
Dec 6, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not update each resident's care assessment at least once every 3 months. These regular check-ins keep the resident's care plan matched to their current condition.
Dec 6, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility used feeding tubes without a valid medical reason or the resident's agreement, or did not provide proper care to residents who have feeding tubes.
Dec 6, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility's medication error rate was 5 percent or higher — meaning too many doses were given incorrectly, such as the wrong drug, dose, or time.
Sep 26, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft to the proper authorities quickly enough, or did not report the results of its investigation. · from a complaint
Sep 26, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do. · from a complaint
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make reasonable adjustments to fit each resident's individual needs and preferences — things like call buttons within reach, preferred wake-up times, or accessible room setups.
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide proper care for pressure ulcers (bedsores) or did not do enough to prevent new ones from forming. Bedsores develop when residents stay in one position too long without help moving.
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide the care needed to maintain or improve residents' movement and flexibility — such as range-of-motion exercises — leading to avoidable decline.
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep the environment free of accident hazards, or did not provide enough supervision to prevent accidents like falls.
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide enough food and fluids to keep residents healthy, such as preventing unplanned weight loss or dehydration.
Jan 20, 2023	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop and follow policies and procedures for offering residents flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Inspection trend by year

Citations from standard inspections increased between the last two inspection cycles (6 → 9).

Year	Citations	Worst severity that year
2023	6	D
2024	11	F
2026	7	D

Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.

Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)

No fines or payment denials in the published 3-year window.

Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)

Measure	This facility	Missouri avg	U.S. avg	Where it stands
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)	3.57	3.66	3.95	bottom 49% in Missouri; bottom 40% in the U.S.
Registered Nurse hours	0.51	0.49	0.69	top 35% in Missouri; bottom 40% in the U.S.
Weekend total nurse staffing	3.04	3.22	3.50	bottom 44% in Missouri; bottom 33% in the U.S.
Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted)	0.41	0.33	0.48	top 20% in Missouri; top 47% in the U.S.
Total nursing staff turnover (%)	46.5	56.0	45.8	top 25% in Missouri; bottom 46% in the U.S.
RN turnover (%)	10.0	47.8	42.9	top 4% in Missouri; top 4% in the U.S.

Hours are per resident per day, case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 3.27, RN 0.47, weekend 2.78. Staffing rating: 3/5.

Self-reported quality measures

Note: these ratings are based on data the facility reports about itself to CMS. They are not independently verified by inspectors, and can look better than inspection findings. Give more weight to the inspection results above.

Quality measures rating: 1/5 · long-stay residents: 1/5 · short-stay residents: 2/5

Who owns this facility

Non profit - Corporation

Owner / manager	Type	Role	Stake	Since
Abrams, Kendika	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2024
Abrams, Kendika	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2024
Ashworth, James	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	06/17/2021
Ashworth, James	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	06/17/2021
Ashworth, James	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	06/17/2021
Babb, Donald	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	09/24/1986
Babb, Donald	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	09/24/1986
Babb, Donald	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	09/24/1986
Banner, Katrina	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	11/17/2022
Banner, Katrina	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	11/17/2022
Banner, Katrina	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	11/17/2022
Calhoun, Michael	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	01/02/2022
Calhoun, Michael	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	01/02/2022
Calhoun, Michael	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	01/01/2022
Dawson, Eran	Individual	Managing Control - Governing Body	NOT APPLICABLE	04/01/2022
Finnell, Heather	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	01/05/2020
Finnell, Heather	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	11/21/2021
Forvis Mazars LLP	Organization	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	06/27/2024
Francka, Tim	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	02/18/2024
Francka, Tim	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	02/18/2024

Questions to ask on your visit

Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.

"Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
"How do you handle room assignments and roommate requests, and do residents get advance written notice before any move?"
"If my family member falls or their condition changes, exactly when and how will I be notified?"
"Walk me through what happens when a resident or family files a grievance — who responds and how fast?"
"What does the care plan for a brand-new resident cover in the first 48 hours, and who writes it?"
"What is your falls rate, and what specific steps do you take to prevent falls and supervise residents at risk?"
"How does your pharmacist review residents' medications, and how quickly can you fill new or urgent prescriptions?"
"What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
"What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
"Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

Nearby facilities (within 20 miles)

Facility	Distance	City	Overall	Inspection	Flags
Buffalo Prairie Center for Rehab and Healthcare	0.5 mi	Buffalo, MO	★☆☆☆☆	1/5	SFF
Parkview Health Care Facility	17.4 mi	Bolivar, MO	★★★★☆	4/5
Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility	17.9 mi	Bolivar, MO	★★☆☆☆	3/5

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Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 265245.

The Care File

Visit checklist — Colonial Springs Healthcare Center

750 West Cooper, Buffalo, MO 65622 · 4173452228

Health inspection rating 3/5 · CMS overall 2/5· Fines (3y): $0

Questions for the administrator:

☐ "Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
☐ "How do you handle room assignments and roommate requests, and do residents get advance written notice before any move?"
☐ "If my family member falls or their condition changes, exactly when and how will I be notified?"
☐ "Walk me through what happens when a resident or family files a grievance — who responds and how fast?"
☐ "What does the care plan for a brand-new resident cover in the first 48 hours, and who writes it?"
☐ "What is your falls rate, and what specific steps do you take to prevent falls and supervise residents at risk?"
☐ "How does your pharmacist review residents' medications, and how quickly can you fill new or urgent prescriptions?"
☐ "What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
☐ "What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
☐ "Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

While you're there, notice:

☐ Smell and cleanliness in hallways, not just the lobby
☐ How staff speak to residents; call lights answered promptly
☐ Residents up, dressed, and engaged (visit mealtimes and a weekend if you can)

Data: CMS Provider Data Catalog, version 2026-08-01 · CCN 265245 · Verify at medicare.gov/care-compare · Printed from The Care File (thecarefile.com)