Nursing Homes & Extended Care in Buffalo, MO (2026)

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Palmelle ranks each facility using a Clarity Score from 0 to 10, blending federal CMS inspection results and state licensing records. The same numbers regulators use.

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2 licensed nursing homes in Buffalo, MO

Updated October 21, 2026

3.7Concerns

COLONIAL SPRINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER

750 WEST COOPER, BUFFALO, MO 65622

COLONIAL SPRINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER brings no federal fines on record. Worth asking: This facility reports 3.0-star staffing levels but resident outcomes are only 1.0 stars.

3 flaggedFull record ›

0.0

BUFFALO PRAIRIE CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE

631 WEST MAIN STREET, BUFFALO, MO 65622

BUFFALO PRAIRIE CENTER FOR REHAB AND HEALTHCARE has a critical flag: cms has designated this facility as a special focus facility (sff candidate). Dig into the full report before visiting.

7 flaggedFull record ›

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How many licensed nursing homes are in Buffalo, MO?

2 licensed nursing homes in Buffalo, MO, drawn from federal CMS records and state licensing data.

How does Palmelle rank these nursing homes?

Each facility is ranked using a Clarity Score from 0 to 10, blending federal CMS inspection results and state licensing records. The same numbers regulators use.

What is the Palmelle Clarity Score?

A 0 to 10 transparency score built from federal CMS data and state licensing records. It reflects what inspectors found. Not opinions and not advertising.

Can Palmelle help our family pick the right one?

Yes. Help Me Choose is $199. We do the calling. You do the choosing. One named recommendation in 72 hours. Money back if we miss the 72-hour promise.

Nursing Homes & Extended Care in Buffalo, MO.

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