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Missouri Nursing Home/Patient Trust Bond

This bond is required for nursing homes in Missouri that handle money or property belonging to their residents. If a nursing home manages a patient's personal funds, bank accounts, or valuables, they must have this bond to protect those assets. The bond acts as a financial safety net - if the facility misuses or misha…

Overview

What it is.

This bond is required for nursing homes in Missouri that handle money or property belonging to their residents. If a nursing home manages a patient's personal funds, bank accounts, or valuables, they must have this bond to protect those assets. The bond acts as a financial safety net - if the facility misuses or misha…

Who usually needs it

Nursing home operators and long-term care facility owners (including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and at-home care services) who hold or administer personal funds on behalf of residents must obtain this bond to comply with Missouri statute Section 198.096, RSMo and federal regulations. The bond is required to obtain and maintain a long-term ca…

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateMO
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeState of Missouri
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryHealthcare
BondMissouri Nursing Home/Patient Trust Bond
JurisdictionState
Plain descriptionThis bond is required for nursing homes in Missouri that handle money or property belonging to their residents. If a nursing home manages a patient's personal funds, bank accounts, or valuables, they must have this bond…
Who needs this bondNursing home operators and long-term care facility owners (including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and at-home care services) who hold or administer personal funds on behalf of residents must obtain this bo…
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