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Our editorial team analyzed 167 nursing homes in KS using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KS
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Kansas average is: 57.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$10.9M*Fiscal year ending 07/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.3M*Fiscal year ending 07/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
21%*Fiscal year ending 07/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other KS nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 167 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Treat yourself to the finest retirement experience with Galena Nursing Center by Americare, a respected senior living community located in the harmonious neighborhood of East 8th Street, Galena, KS, that offers skilled nursing, hospice, adult day club, home health care, and rehabilitation. Experience unrivaled comfort and safety with the elegant and well-built accommodations of Galena Nursing Center in various studio floor plans. Moreover, the community strives to deliver top-notch care and assistance with a compassionate and highly trained team for seniors to thrive and enjoy their best years doing what they love.
Participate in engaging activities and meet new friends through enjoyable programs for a happy and well-connected lifestyle. Feel great with well-prepared meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences for a delightful dining experience. With its incredible amenities and lively environment, Galena Nursing Center is a safe place for seniors to have an unforgettable healing journey.
Recover-Care Spring View Manor is a nursing home in Conway Springs, KS, offering hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care focuses on end-of-life comfort and palliative care addresses symptom relief. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover, so the community may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing support, comfort-focused care, or temporary care.
The home has 45 beds. Private rooms provide space for one resident, while semi-private rooms accommodate a shared living arrangement. Rehabilitation services and post-acute rehabilitation support therapy at the facility after an illness, injury, or hospital stay, reducing the need to arrange rehabilitation elsewhere.
An aviary gives residents an on-site setting for viewing birds, and the whirlpool bath provides a bathing amenity within the community. Open dining allows meals to be served in an open dining area, while the Wanderguard system supports monitoring for residents at risk of wandering. Naana Abena Amanoa Sifah serves as administrator, and Conway Springs Snf Realty operates the community.
Moran Nursing in Moran, Kansas, delivers skilled nursing, long-term nursing home care, respite stays, and hospice support. Licensed nursing staff handle ongoing clinical needs, while short-term respite care assists caregivers taking temporary leave. End-of-life hospice care focuses entirely on comfort and dignity.
Administrator Eric Windham directs this 45-bed facility. Both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted, helping cover short-term recovery after hospitalizations or long-term nursing care. Medical services feature a staff physician, rehabilitation therapies, advanced wound management, pulmonary care, and a specialized diabetes program. Residents gather for meals in a restaurant-style dining area.
Prospective representatives looking for skilled nursing resources or short-term respite options can reach out to Moran Nursing to inquire about room openings or clinical programs.
Overview of The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
The license at The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society in Hutchinson, KS, extends across nursing home care, adult day care, and respite care. The first of those is the ongoing nursing a resident needs day after day. The second runs through the daytime and sends the person home at the end of it.
Respite covers the stretch when a household’s usual caregiver needs time away, which makes this one answer for a family looking at something temporary. The building is licensed to hold 65 beds.
Rehabilitation Therapy and Caregiver Support are both named programs, the first for a resident working back toward function and the second for the family doing the caring. Transportation is on the list too. Zachary Amundson is the administrator.
Medicalodges Columbus provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Columbus, KS. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.
Adult day care offers care during the day without requiring a residential stay, while home care brings support to a person’s own home. Hospice and palliative care address comfort and symptom management for people with serious or end of life illnesses. Respite care provides a short term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.
The home has 45 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents may get to know each other. Its Residential Care program provides residential support, and rehabilitation services support recovery or the maintenance of function. The community is administered by Amy Higgins and operated by Ml-Re Columbus. A Walk Score of 45 / 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands. Medicalodges Columbus may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community.
A unique senior living community situated in the stunning neighborhood of North Maize Road, Wichita, KS, The Manor specializes in skilled nursing. Ease your mind with various care options provided including rehabilitation, post-hospital and post-surgical care, occupational, physical, and speech therapies, and assistance with daily living. With private and semi-private accommodations, residents can rest assured of living comfortably and safely. The community exceeds expectations in delivering the highest quality of care and support with a dedicated and highly skilled team lending extra hands around the clock.
The Manor emphasizes residents’ uniqueness, crafting care plans that perfectly match their needs and preferences. With enjoyable activities and fun programs, seniors are encouraged to maintain a happy and active lifestyle. Catering to seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves tasty and healthy meals. With its serene landscapes and friendly environment, The Manor is ideal for seniors’ safety and relaxation.
Overview of Park West Plaza Senior Living Residence
Located at 505 N Maize Rd, Park West Plaza Senior Living Residence serves residents in Wichita, Kansas. The community is in a moderately walkable area. Some errands and daily needs can be handled on foot.
The community occupies a single-story building. Housing choices include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. These options support different preferences, needs, and living styles.
Families and residents planning to move in the Wichita area may find the setting practical. Park West Plaza offers a residential environment for different levels of independence. Its single-level design removes the need for using elevators between apartments and shared spaces.
The layout may matter for residents with mobility concerns. The mix of unit sizes also supports both individuals and couples. Each resident can choose a space that fits their lifestyle and support needs.
A personal tour can give families a clearer view of Park West Plaza. During a visit, they can review floor plans, observe the community setting, and learn about daily routines.
Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab is a family-owned and operated nursing home in Lawrence, KS, that offers a continuum of care, including assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for in retirement. Three home-cooked meals, weekly housekeeping, and 24-hour care are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community provides care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.
Social gatherings, exercises, and a variety of games foster interactions and encourage residents to make friends. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and accessible communal spaces are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have easy access to their necessities and leisure, as it is conveniently surrounded by a bank, restaurants, and bus stops in the serene residential area of Larence. This nursing home has high standards of care and a clean setting, making it one of the finest options for senior living in Kansas.
Overview of Pioneer Ridge Independent Living of Lawrence
Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Lawrence, KS, Pioneer Ridge Independent Living of Lawrence is an astounding community that offers independent living. The community also provides assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Weekly housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of, providing residents more time to do the things they love.
Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Three delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For residents’ convenience, scheduled transportation is also available. Amenities include a bistro, a pub, a movie theater, an art room, a fitness center, a salon, a barber shop, and communal spaces, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.
Experience a blissful retirement at Lakeview Village – Southridge, a blissful community in Lenexa, KS, offering independent living. The community features cozy and well-thought-out one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can ease their worries with maintenance services.
Communal spaces and wellness opportunities are available, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do. With an open-concept kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years independently, especially with its warm and friendly environment.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kansas
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kansas?
Assisted living in Kansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Kansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Kansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 167 nursing homes in Kansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Kansas?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kansas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Kansas?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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Nursing Homes in Kansas at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kansas. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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