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Colonial Springs Healthcare Center

750 WEST COOPER, BUFFALO, MO, 65622
(417) 345-2228
www.citizensmemorial.com/locations/colonial-springs-healthcare-center/index.html
134 licensed beds

CMS rates Colonial Springs Healthcare Center 2 out of 5 overall. Federal inspectors issued 28 citations across 10 inspections in the last three years, with no federal fines. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.

★★★★★2/5CMS Five-Star overall3/5 health inspections3/5 staffing1/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Public record summary

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Bed capacity
134
State license
053335
CMS facility ID
265245
Care type
Nursing home
Facility name
Colonial Springs Healthcare Center
Street address
750 WEST COOPER
City / state / ZIP
Buffalo, MO 65622
Phone
(417) 345-2228
Website
www.citizensmemorial.com/locations/colonial-springs-healthcare-center/index.html
State license #
053335

About this facility — Colonial Springs Healthcare Center

Colonial Springs Healthcare Center is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Buffalo, Missouri. It is licensed for 134 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Missouri (97 beds).

It is one of 5 senior care facilities in Buffalo and 487 skilled nursing facilities across Missouri. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Colonial Springs Healthcare Center 28 times across 10 inspections in the last three years, including 1 food-safety citation; no federal fines are on record. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on November 6, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Operator / owner
Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation
Parent company
Citizens Memorial Health Care
Ownership type
Non profit - Corporation
Administrator
Roy Pace

Registered owners & officers

Abrams, Kendika
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Ashworth, James
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2021
Babb, Donald
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 1986
Banner, Katrina
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Calhoun, Michael
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Dawson, Eran
Governing body — since 2022
Finnell, Heather
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2020
Forvis Mazars Llp
Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Francka, Tim
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Fulbright, Gary
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Hanak, Sarah
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2020
Hancock, Janieca
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2018
Kallenbach, John
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Kowiti, D
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Meents, Dana
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2010
Meyer, Renee
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2020
Pace, Roy
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Smith, Kenneth
Governing body · Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
4 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1984-05-08
License expires
2028-01-31
CMS overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
18 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
None on record
Last standard inspection
2024-12-06
Nurse staffing
3.2 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2024 cost report)

Average billed charges
$1,904 per day (≈ $57,880/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
63% Medicaid · 4% Medicare · 33% private/other
Occupancy
82% (fiscal year 2024)
Vs. state median
641% above the MO median of $257/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
134
Licensed as
SNF
Memory care
Yes — dedicated memory care
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-11-06. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 1 food-safety citation on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-08-13Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0602
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
2026-07-07Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0609
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2026-07-31
6 earlier / fire-safety inspections (26 citations)
2026-03-11Health inspectionComplaint-triggered7 citations
F-0550
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0559
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0580
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0585
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0655
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2026-04-24
F-0755
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2026-04-24
2024-12-06Health inspection9 citations
F-0582
D · No harm found
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0625
E · No harm found
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0638
D · No harm found
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0690
E · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0693
D · No harm found
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0755
E · No harm found
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0759
D · No harm found
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-01-18
F-0921
F · No harm found
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2025-01-18
2024-09-26Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0609
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-11-08
F-0610
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-11-08
2023-01-20Health inspection6 citations
F-0558
D · No harm found
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2023-03-06
F-0686
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-03-06
F-0688
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2023-03-06
F-0689
D · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-03-06
F-0692
D · No harm found
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2023-03-06
F-0883
D · No harm found
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-03-06
2024-12-06Fire-safety inspection1 citation
K-0222
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2025-01-18
2023-01-20Fire-safety inspection1 citation
K-0741
E · No harm found
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2023-03-06
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 265245.

Quality of care & staffing

How it compares in Missouri.
Inspection citations, 3 years
28
More than 20% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 50
Federal fines, 3 years
$0
No federal fines on record
State median: $0
Nurse staffing, hours per resident per day
3.2
Higher than 38% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 3.4
Nursing staff turnover, annual
48%
Higher than 27% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 57%

Resident outcomes

On 21 federal quality measures, this facility does better than the Missouri average on 9 and worse on 10. Differences within 10% of the average are shown as near average.

Long-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Need for help with daily activities has increased30.7%17.4%13.5%Worse than state
Lose too much weight5.2%5.1%5.1%Near state average
With a catheter inserted and left in their bladder0.0%0.9%0.7%Better than state
With a urinary tract infection2.8%2.2%1.5%Worse than state
Have depressive symptoms0.0%20.0%13.5%Better than state
Were physically restrained0.0%0.0%0.1%Better than state
Experiencing one or more falls with major injury6.3%4.0%3.2%Worse than state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine97.6%84.0%93.7%Better than state
Ability to walk independently worsened21.8%15.8%12.7%Worse than state
Received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication19.8%25.6%19.5%Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine99.1%90.8%95.3%Near state average
With pressure ulcers6.2%4.4%4.5%Worse than state
With new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence13.0%17.1%18.3%Better than state
Received an antipsychotic medication18.9%23.5%15.4%Better than state
Hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days2.831.981.81Worse than state
Outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days4.782.161.69Worse than state
Short-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine86.9%65.7%82.3%Better than state
Newly received an antipsychotic medication2.7%2.1%1.5%Worse than state
Were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine86.4%61.4%80.1%Better than state
Were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission30.5%25.7%23.4%Worse than state
Had an outpatient emergency department visit21.6%13.4%11.8%Worse than state
Source: CMS MDS and Medicare claims quality measures, measure period 2025Q3-2026Q2. Averages are computed from all nursing homes reporting each measure.

Cited more than once

The same rule cited at separate inspections can point to a problem that wasn't fully fixed.

  • F-0609 2 inspections. Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
  • F-0689 2 inspections. Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  • F-0755 2 inspections. Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Verify & compare

Where to check, and what's nearby.

Who to contact in Missouri

  • Licensing: Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Section for Long-Term Care Regulation
  • File a complaint: 800-392-0210 · Online
  • Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-309-3282. A free advocate for residents and families.
  • Adult Protective Services: 800-392-0210. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
  • Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.

Nearest emergency hospitals

  • Citizens Memorial Hospital, about 18 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
  • Mercy Hospital Lebanon, about 25 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
  • Lakeland Behavioral Health System, about 32 miles.
Source: CMS Hospital General Information. Straight-line distance.

Nearby facilities with inspection records

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.
4.821 ratings on Google
★★★★★Nan Lien · 2026-03-19 · via Google

“Colonial Springs is a kind and caring place, I have been so pleased with the care my Mother received over these past 2 months. From the moment we entered the building we were welcomed with hugs and care. Everyone says hi and is willing to talk with you, always asking what they can do to help you. Nurse Faith listened as I told her of mom's broken hip, and gave me a much needed reasuring hug. I fel…”

★★★★★April Garrett · 2025-08-27 · via Google

“Over the last year, it has been such a joy to see the growth of the activities program at Colonial Springs. Watching the updates on social media and seeing the smiles, laughter, and engagement they bring to the residents is heartwarming. It’s clear that the staff puts so much care and creativity into making every one of thier days meaningful. Keep up the good work!”

★★★★★Terry Lane · 2025-08-29 · via Google

“I have been very happy with the care my loved one has been taken care of! I believe that a patient needs a regular visit from a family member to serve as an advocate for them to ensure their care goes according to your wishes, but that is true for every location. Colonial Springs offers a wide varie ty of services for the patients. The activities directors work to provide a wide range of activit…”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google

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Original records

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CMS Nursing Home Compare
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Last verified 2026-11-06
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