How many nursing homes are in Springfield?

There are 17 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Springfield, Missouri, based on the latest CMS Care Compare extract.

What is the highest rated nursing home in Springfield?

WILSON'S CREEK NURSING & REHAB (operated by JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN) holds the highest overall CMS Five-Star rating at 5★. Health inspections 5, staffing 4, quality measures 4.

What is the average CMS rating in Springfield?

The average overall CMS Five-Star rating across Springfield is 3★ (-0.1 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does nursing home care cost in Springfield?

Costs vary by facility, room type, and level of care. Medicare covers limited short-term skilled nursing stays; long-term care is typically paid out-of-pocket, through long-term care insurance, or via Medicaid for those who qualify. Check eligibility at medicare.gov and medicaid.gov.

How do I find a nursing home in Springfield?

Use this directory to compare facilities by CMS Five-Star rating, then verify current availability and inspection history directly on Medicare.gov Care Compare before contacting the home.

Nursing homes in Springfield, MO

Compare 17 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Springfield, part of the Greene area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Springfield serves as the healthcare hub for Greene County, offering residents access to 17 nursing homes across the 65802, 65804, 65807, and 65809 ZIP codes. According to CMS Care Compare data, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Among the local options, Wilson's Creek Nursing & Rehab distinguishes itself as one of only two Springfield facilities to achieve a top 5-star rating from federal reviewers.

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Homes

Avg overall

3★

-0.1 vs national

Avg staffing

2.9★

Avg experience

0★

Rating distribution

avg 3★ · 17 homes

5★

2 (12%)

4★

3 (18%)

3★

7 (41%)

2★

3 (18%)

1★

2 (12%)

Provider mix in Springfield

10 organisations operate homes in this suburb.

What to look for in Springfield

7 homes score below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
7 of 17 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
12 of 17 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 10 highest rated nursing homes in Springfield

1
WILSON'S CREEK NURSING & REHAB
JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Large
5.0
2
COX MEDICAL CENTERS MEYER ORTHOPEDIC AND REHAB
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTERS · Small
5.0
3
SPRINGFIELD REHABILITATION & HEALTH CARE CENTER
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION · Large
4.0
4
MAPLES HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, THE
ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large
4.0
5
MANOR AT ELFINDALE, THE
VETTER SENIOR LIVING · Medium
4.0
6
GLENDALE GARDENS NURSING & REHAB
JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Large
3.0
7
MARANATHA VILLAGE, INC
MARANATHA VILLAGE INC · Large
3.0
8
MAGNOLIA SQUARE NURSING AND REHAB
ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large
3.0
9
NEIGHBORHOODS AT QUAIL CREEK, THE
AMERICARE SENIOR LIVING · Large
3.0
10
BROOKHAVEN NURSING & REHAB
JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Medium
3.0

All homes in Springfield


WILSON'S CREEK NURSING & REHAB JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Large · For Profit	5.0	5	4	4
COX MEDICAL CENTERS MEYER ORTHOPEDIC AND REHAB LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTERS · Small · Not for Profit	5.0	5	4	3
SPRINGFIELD REHABILITATION & HEALTH CARE CENTER NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION · Large · For Profit	4.0	3	4	5
MAPLES HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, THE ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large · For Profit	4.0	3	3	5
MANOR AT ELFINDALE, THE VETTER SENIOR LIVING · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	4	4	4
GLENDALE GARDENS NURSING & REHAB JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Large · For Profit	3.0	3	2	4
MARANATHA VILLAGE, INC MARANATHA VILLAGE INC · Large · Not for Profit	3.0	2	4	5
MAGNOLIA SQUARE NURSING AND REHAB ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large · For Profit	3.0	2	3	5
NEIGHBORHOODS AT QUAIL CREEK, THE AMERICARE SENIOR LIVING · Large · For Profit	3.0	3	4	3
BROOKHAVEN NURSING & REHAB JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Medium · For Profit	3.0	3	4	4
BIRCH POINTE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large · For Profit	3.0	3	3	4
SUNTERRA SPRINGS SPRINGFIELD SUNTERRA SPRINGS · Small · For Profit	3.0	2	3	5
SPRING VALLEY HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER MGM HEALTHCARE · Large · For Profit	2.0	2	1	5
JAMES RIVER NURSING AND REHABILITATION ANTHONY & BRYAN ADAMS · Large · For Profit	2.0	3	1	4
WOODLAND MANOR EBG HEALTH CARE III INC · Medium · For Profit	2.0	2	3	3
SPRINGFIELD SKILLED CARE CENTER MGM HEALTHCARE · Large · For Profit	1.0	1	1	3
SPRINGFIELD VILLA JAMES & JUDY LINCOLN · Large · For Profit	1.0	1	1	1