Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Overview of Licensing & Regulations
Areas of Focus
Abortion Facilities
Regulated to ensure compliance with health standards and legal requirements.
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
Monitoring and reporting mechanisms are in place to protect vulnerable populations.
Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Licensing ensures that facilities meet health and safety standards.
Antibiotic Resistance
Initiatives to combat antibiotic resistance are a priority for public health.
Birth Centers
Regulations ensure safe and hygienic conditions for childbirth.
Cannabis
Oversight of medical and recreational cannabis use and distribution.
Caregiver, Advise, Record, and Enable (CARE) Act Form
Promoting caregiver support and resource management.
CNA, CMT, and Insulin Registry
Maintaining registries for certified nursing assistants and medication technicians.
Employee Disqualification List (EDL)
A resource for employers to ensure safety in hiring.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Regulation and support for EMS providers.
End Stage Renal Disease
Managing care and resources for patients with renal disease.
Family Care Safety Registry:
A registry to help families make informed decisions about caregivers.
Food & Drug Recalls:
Timely information about food and drug safety issues.
Food Safety
Regulation of food handling and preparation to prevent illness.
Good Cause Waiver
Options for individuals needing exceptions to standard regulations.
Home Care (Personal Care/Chore Service):
Ensuring quality in home care services.
Home Health (Certified/Skilled)
Oversight of certified home health services.
Hospice
Licensing and regulation of hospice care providers.
Hospital Regulation
Ensuring hospitals meet health and safety standards.
Laboratory/CLIA
Regulation of clinical laboratories.
Lead Licensing
Managing licenses for lead abatement activities.
Lodging Licensing
Oversight of lodging facilities for health compliance.
Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs
Regulation to ensure safe distribution and use.
Nursing Homes Inspections
Regular inspections to maintain quality care in nursing homes.
Online Payments
Streamlining payment processes for various services.
Recreational Water Safety
Ensuring safe recreational water environments.
Radiation Control
Managing and monitoring radiation safety in public health.
Show Me Child Care
A program to support child care facilities.
Show Me Home Care and Rehab
Oversight of home care and rehabilitation services.
Show Me Long-Term Care in Missouri
Ensuring quality long-term care for residents.
Supplemental Health Care Service Agencies
Regulation of additional health services.
Time Critical Diagnosis:
Protocols for handling urgent medical situations.
ORI Number for Background Checks
To ensure proper processing of your background checks, please use the following ORI number
If you have any questions about the fingerprinting process or need assistance, feel free to contact STL Fingerprinting. We are here to support you through every step of your licensing journey.
Registering For Fingerprinting:
ORI: MO302210Z
STL Fingerprinting
For all licensing processes that require background checks, STL Fingerprinting is your trusted partner. We provide efficient fingerprinting services necessary for compliance with the regulations set forth by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
