Nursing homeFAID #7230
The Hilltop At Blue River
★★★★★2/5CMS Five-Star overall2/5 health inspections1/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare
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Public record summary
What we can show you for free.
Bed capacity
160
State license
052303
CMS facility ID
265597
Care type
Nursing home
Facility name
The Hilltop At Blue River
Street address
10425 CHESTNUT DR
City / state / ZIP
Kansas City, MO 64137
Phone
(816) 763-4444
Website
State license #
052303
About this facility — The Hilltop At Blue River
The Hilltop At Blue River is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Kansas City, Missouri. It is licensed for 160 beds — well above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Missouri (97 beds).
It is one of 88 senior care facilities in Kansas City 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 The Hilltop At Blue River 85 times across 13 inspections in the last three years, including 4 food-safety citations; 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 August 31, 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
10425 Opco Llc
Parent company
Opco Skilled Management
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Administrator
Kayatana Sanders
Registered owners & officers
10425 Chestnut Drive Mo, Llc
Mortgage holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Caliber Advisors Llc
Indirect owner — since 2022
Crestview Trust
Indirect owner — since 2022
El Dorado Nursing and Rehabilitation Llc
Direct owner — since 2022
Emerald Property Partners Llc
Mortgage holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Esdov Investments Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2022
First Sweetzer Holdings Llc
Indirect owner · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Garetz, David
Operational control — since 2022
Gibraltar Trust
Mortgage holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Hagins, Elizabeth
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Hatteras Investments Llc
Indirect owner · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Jubilee Master Holdings Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Kaplan, Esther
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Kaplan, Mordechai
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Kaplan, Mosha
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Montgomery Sky Trust
Mortgage holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Ozark Healthcare Realty Llc
Mortgage holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Rimpau Holdings Trust
Indirect owner — since 2022
Sanders, Kayatana
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2025
Sasem Investments Llc
Indirect owner — since 2022
Sternshein, Jennifer
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Tadakamalla, Srinath
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Unger, Jeffrey
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Zimmerman, Caroline
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025
Regulatory standing
Federal court records
1 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1994-11-23
License expires
2026-11-22
CMS overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
14 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
None on record
Last standard inspection
2025-03-14
Nurse staffing
2.6 hours per resident per day
Cost & payer profile (FY2024 cost report)
Average billed charges
$316 per day (≈ $9,610/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
90% Medicaid · 4% Medicare · 6% private/other
Occupancy
82% (fiscal year 2024)
Vs. state median
23% above the MO median of $257/day — full state cost breakdown
Services & coverage
Licensed beds
160
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 2026-08-31. 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 4 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-05-01Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0600
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-01-02Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
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.
10 earlier / fire-safety inspections (83 citations)
2025-12-18Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0551
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected 2025-12-22
2025-03-14Health inspectionComplaint-triggered11 citations
F-0623
D · No harm found
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0625
D · 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 2025-04-28
F-0679
D · No harm found
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2025-04-28
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 2025-04-28
F-0692
D · No harm found
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0695
D · No harm found
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0725
E · No harm found
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0790
D · No harm found
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2025-04-28
F-0812
E · 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 2025-04-28
F-0880
D · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-04-28
2025-01-09Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0554
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-02-20
2024-11-08Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
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 2024-10-21
2023-09-20Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
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 2023-09-02
2023-07-21Health inspection28 citations
F-0550
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0553
D · No harm found
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0578
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0580
D · No harm found
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0607
E · No harm found
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0623
D · No harm found
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0625
D · 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 2023-08-24
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0679
E · No harm found
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2023-08-24
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 2023-08-24
F-0689
G · Actual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0692
G · Actual harm
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0698
D · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0740
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0744
D · No harm found
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0745
D · No harm found
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0756
E · No harm found
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0758
D · No harm found
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0759
D · No harm found
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0800
F · No harm foundFood safety
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0814
F · No harm foundFood safety
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0838
F · No harm found
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0847
E · No harm found
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0848
E · No harm found
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0867
E · No harm found
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0880
E · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0881
E · No harm found
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2023-08-24
F-0883
E · No harm found
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-08-24
2021-03-16Health inspection3 citations
F-0578
D · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2021-04-15
F-0679
E · No harm found
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2021-04-15
F-0761
E · No harm found
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2021-04-15
2025-03-14Fire-safety inspection13 citations
K-0161
F · No harm found
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0211
E · No harm found
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0341
E · No harm found
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0351
E · No harm found
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0352
E · No harm found
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0372
F · No harm found
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-04-15
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 2025-04-15
K-0912
F · No harm found
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0914
F · No harm found
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2025-04-15
K-0920
F · No harm found
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-04-15
2023-07-21Fire-safety inspection21 citations
E-0001
F · No harm found
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0211
E · No harm found
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-08-24
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 2023-08-24
K-0281
F · No harm found
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0291
E · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0324
F · No harm found
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0331
E · No harm found
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0345
F · No harm found
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0355
E · No harm found
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0363
E · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0761
F · No harm found
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0771
F · No harm found
Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0901
F · No harm found
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0914
F · No harm found
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0919
F · No harm found
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0920
E · No harm found
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-08-24
K-0923
E · No harm found
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-08-24
2021-03-16Fire-safety inspection3 citations
K-0281
F · No harm found
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2021-04-15
K-0345
F · No harm found
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2021-04-15
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2021-04-15
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 265597.
Visitor reviews
What people say on Google.
4.2★★★★★215 ratings on Google
★★★★★Tara · 2026-03-27 · via Google“I am an outside vendor for this facility. This is my favorite home in Kansas City. From the front desk, nursing staff, kitchen, housekeeping and social services are the most caring, helpful and compassionate people (entire staff if I missed anyone I apologize). It’s rare that a resident will tell me they are happy at the home they are at sadly but here I hear it throughout the day. Residents are a…”
★★★★★v math · 2026-02-06 · via Google“Hilltop at Blue River has been an incredible blessing for our family. Knowing my grandfather is cared for with dignity, patience, and genuine compassion gives us such peace of mind. The staff is personable, kind, and truly takes the time to build real relationships with residents and their families, you can tell this isn’t just a job to them. The environment is warm, clean, and welcoming, and com…”
★★★★★lindsey brown · 2026-04-14 · via Google“Megan in admissions was a joy to work with. After having not so great experiences with other facilities, my family was at a loss. The communication and support Megan has shown us is unmatched during such a difficult and stressful transition. Megan was always available, she put our needs at the forefront and made sure to keep in constant communication with us during my grandmothers placement. Miran…”
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Inspection citations — last 5 years
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CMS Nursing Home Compare
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Last verified 2026-08-31
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