Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is a specialized facility located at 427 West Main Street in Gardner, Kansas. Owned by Recover-Care Healthcare, the center serves Johnson County as a 124-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital and a 42-bed certified skilled nursing program.
Meadowbrook is uniquely positioned as the only Medicaid-approved inpatient brain injury rehabilitation hospital in Kansas. This specialized mission serves high-acuity, neurologically complex patients who require hospital-level care rather than traditional nursing home services. While the facility currently carries a 1-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating for its skilled nursing component, its acute rehabilitation program is CARF-accredited, reflecting high standards for traumatic and acquired brain injury recovery. Recent 2026 filings show a health inspection score trending below state averages, though its focused citations-per-inspection rate remains zero for recent infection control surveys.
The facility’s staffing model reflects the high clinical intensity of its neurologically complex patient population. Registered Nurse (RN) coverage is 54 minutes per resident per day, 26% above the Kansas average, and weekend RN coverage is 40 minutes, providing 33% more oversight than the state benchmark. Total adjusted nursing hours are 3 hours and 16 minutes daily, with nurse aides providing 1 hour and 55 minutes of care. The interdisciplinary clinical team includes neuropsychologists, board-certified music therapists, recreational therapists, and 24/7 respiratory care for tracheostomy weaning and pulmonary medical recovery.
Residents live in a hospital-based environment that includes private rooms, wheelchair-accessible showers, and 24-hour medical monitoring. All-inclusive services cover specialized therapeutic dining, housekeeping, and on-site laundry facilities. Intensive restorative physical, occupational, and speech therapy is available seven days a week, alongside life skills training for community reintegration. The campus also features a rehabilitation gym, music therapy rooms, a computer lounge with Wi-Fi, and WanderGuard elopement prevention systems, while providing a pet-friendly environment and a hair salon for resident comfort.
Those requiring hospital-level rehabilitation for traumatic or acquired brain injuries may find this facility to be an essential regional resource. Individuals should contact the admissions director directly to discuss specific medical criteria, as the length of stay can range from months to over a year, and schedule a tour to assess the specialized acute care units firsthand.
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Occupancy
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is administered by Musu Jawara.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Inspection History
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2012 vs. Kansas state average• Total deficiencies (44% above)
• Deficiencies per year (45% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 144 | 100 | This facility has 44% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (144 vs. KS avg 100).↑ 44% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 10.3 | 7.1 | This facility has 45% more deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (10.3 vs. KS avg 7.1).↑ 45% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on July 21, 2016, found no deficiencies, confirming that previously cited issues had been corrected. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to resident care, including skin condition assessments, fall investigations, infection control, medication management, and environmental safety such as secure handrails. A substantiated complaint investigation in August 2015 identified immediate jeopardy due to inadequate bathing care and failure to prevent resident elopement, which was later abated through corrective actions. Fines, license suspensions, or other enforcement actions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with more recent surveys showing resolution of prior deficiencies.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
23 of 55 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 55 resulted from complaint investigations; and 22 of 55 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Citations history (last 4 years)
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Total hours from contractors
2,995 contractor hours this quarter
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 0 | 72 | 19,275 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 1 | 27 | 7,688 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 15 | 1 | 16 | 5,606 | 92 | 100% | 10 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 18 | 0 | 18 | 3,068 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,260 | 68 | 74% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 975 | 68 | 74% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 949 | 69 | 75% | 6.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 878 | 75 | 82% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 775 | 67 | 73% | 6.1 |
| Administrator | 4 | 0 | 4 | 708 | 67 | 73% | 5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 533 | 72 | 78% | 6.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 524 | 62 | 67% | 8.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 453 | 43 | 47% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 384 | 69 | 75% | 5.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 281 | 58 | 63% | 4.7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 99 | 40 | 43% | 2.5 |
72 Certified Nursing Assistant
27 Registered Nurse
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
18 Medication Aide/Technician
4 Nurse Practitioner
2 Dietitian
4 Speech Language Pathologist
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
3 Physical Therapy Aide
4 Administrator
3 Qualified Social Worker
2 RN Director of Nursing
2 Mental Health Service Worker
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
1 Qualified Activities Professional
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
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1.7 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
| Lexington Park Assisted Living | NH AL IL SNF | Topeka (West Southwest 2) | - | 60 | A+ | 60 | studio / 1 bed |
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| Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital | NH SNF | Gardner | - | 124 | A+ | 1 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
Who is the owner of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital?
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is legally operated by Recover-Care Meadowbrook Rehabilitation LLC, and administered by Musu Jawara.
Is Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital in a walkable area?
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital?
According to KS state health department records, Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital's license number is 175130.
What is the occupancy rate at Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital?
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital's occupancy is 88%.
Does Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital is registered as a for-profit in KS.
Who is the administrator of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital?
Musu Jawara is the administrator of Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital.
How many beds does Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital have?
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital has 124 beds.
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