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BETHESDA SOUTHGATE

5943 TELEGRAPH ROAD, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63129
Score: 96 / 100

Bethesda Southgate is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Saint Louis, Missouri, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 96/100, it ranks in the top 1% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Bethesda Southgate exceed national averages, with 4.49 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.60 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 15 deficiencies at Bethesda Southgate. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.49 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.60 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.37 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.53 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.07 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.31 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

15
Total Deficiencies
Apr 30, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 15 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Apr 30, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0623 Severity D
    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including a
    Jul 17, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 7.8% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 18.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
130
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 17, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6