CAverage · score 56/100 · #182 of 482 in Missouri
Gower Convalescent Center, Inc
323 South Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454 · 82 certified beds · Non profit - Corporation
Staffing 3.7 nurse hours per resident-dayabove median in Missouri
6 health deficiencies at the last standard survey (CMS severity score 52)above median
$6,351 in fines in 3 years
Why Gower Convalescent Center, Inc is graded C
Each metric below is percentile-ranked against Missouri nursing homes in the same size band (medium, 82 beds), then weighted. The score is the weighted sum; A ≥ 72, B ≥ 58, C ≥ 42, D ≥ 28, F below. Nothing here can be edited or paid for.
Gower Convalescent Center, Inc at a Glance
C
56/100
Nurse staffing · weight 30Total nurse hours per resident per day, as reported to CMS (PBJ). Raw: 3.70 h.
74<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Health inspections · weight 30Health deficiencies cited at the last standard survey and complaint surveys, weighted by severity. Raw: 52.
60<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Quality measures · weight 25CMS quality-measure rating: falls, pressure ulcers, rehospitalisation, antipsychotic use. Raw: 2.
38<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>Penalties · weight 15Fines and payment denials in the last three years. Raw: $6,351 fines, 0 denials.
42<small style="font-size:12px;color:var(--muted)">th pct</small>CMS overall star ratingMedicare's own 1–5 rating, shown for reference; not part of our grade.
3/5Data: CMS Care Compare, as of Aug 1, 2026 · graded Sep 11, 2026 · peer group: Missouri, medium facilities · CMS record 265800 · How we grade.
Facility details
Address323 South Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454
Phone8164246483
CountyClinton
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Certified beds82
AcceptsMedicare Medicaid
Special Focus FacilityNo
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A grade is a shortlist tool, not medical or legal advice. Visit the facility, ask for the latest survey report, and talk to residents' families before choosing.