Hilltop At Blue River, The
Kansas City, MO · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 265597) · 160 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (816) 763-4444 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hilltop At Blue River has a CMS overall star rating of 2 out of 5, below the Missouri state average of 2.51. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars, and its staffing rating is 1 star.
Hilltop At Blue River reports total nurse hours of about 2.62 per resident per day, including 0.25 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 37.9%.
Hilltop At Blue River has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. CMS does not list an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
About this facility
The Hilltop At Blue River is a for-profit nursing home in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since November 1994. The facility has 160 certified beds and an average of 147 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Missouri state average of 2.51. Its health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, its quality measure (QM) rating is 5 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 1 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 2.61661 per resident per day, including 0.25210 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 37.9%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports 0 fines totaling $0.00, and 0 payment denials — meaning there are no federal fines on record for this facility.
The Hilltop At Blue River is part of the Opco Skilled Management chain, which operates 66 facilities with an average CMS rating of 2.3. There has been no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with Medicare Care Compare or the facility.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Hilltop At Blue River has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Missouri state average of 2.51.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse hours are about 2.62 per resident per day, including 0.25 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 1 out of 5 and 37.9% nursing turnover.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 160 certified beds with an average of 147 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Opco Skilled Management chain, which operates 66 facilities with an average rating of 2.3.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since November 23, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 2, 2, 1, and 5 stars respectively in those categories.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 8167634444 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover touring details; contact the facility at 8167634444 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current CMS ratings and inspection record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/265597?state=MO.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.