Page 3 of Best Nursing Homes in Wichita, KS

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 23 nursing homes in Wichita, KS using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KS
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wichita, KS. 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: 3.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wichita, KS. 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: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wichita, KS. 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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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 Table AL (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. 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.
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: 57.8% 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.
Reed’s Cove Health and Rehabilitation LLC
NH
SNF
East Wichita
76
Facility 76
KS AVG 69
Rank #68 / 223
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #24 / 203
+19%
5.20
Facility 5.20
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #33 / 137
-5%+12%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #70 / 143
49
Facility 49
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #128 / 143
9.8
Facility 9.8
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #134 / 143
370B-
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 47
Rank #39 / 352
-
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #63 / 139
$4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #58 / 139
62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #44 / 139
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Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Wichita
106
Facility 106
KS AVG 69
Rank #33 / 223
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #34 / 203
+17%
3.75
Facility 3.75
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #107 / 137
-41%-19%
$84.5k
Facility $84.5k
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #132 / 143
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #135 / 143
9.7
Facility 9.7
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #132 / 143
696-
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 47
Rank #39 / 352
Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #59 / 139
$3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #68 / 139
49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #98 / 139
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Lakepoint Wichita, LLC
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Wichita
110
Facility 110
KS AVG 69
Rank #31 / 223
40.9%
Facility 40.9%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #193 / 203
-47%
5.81
Facility 5.81
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #14 / 137
-60%+25%
$0
Facility $0
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #1 / 143
46
Facility 46
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #124 / 143
9.2
Facility 9.2
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #127 / 143
245-
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 47
Rank #39 / 352
Lakepoint Investors LLC
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #66 / 139
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #52 / 139
68.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #20 / 139
175466
Homestead Health Center
NH
SNF
Wichita
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 69
Rank #151 / 223
95.6%
Facility 95.6%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #13 / 203
+24%
5.38
Facility 5.38
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #24 / 137
-59%+16%
$59.8k
Facility $59.8k
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #123 / 143
25
Facility 25
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #72 / 143
6.3
Facility 6.3
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #86 / 143
343-
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 47
Rank #39 / 352
Homestead Health Center, Inc
$4.7MFiscal year ending 07/2024
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 07/2024
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #92 / 139
$3.7MFiscal year ending 07/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 07/2024
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #64 / 139
77.6%Fiscal year ending 07/2024
Facility 77.6%Fiscal year ending 07/2024
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #7 / 139
175487
Legacy at College Hill
NH
Wichita (Chisholm Creek)
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 69
Rank #72 / 223
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #99 / 203
+5%
4.38
Facility 4.38
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #77 / 137
-67%-5%
$43.2k
Facility $43.2k
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #117 / 143
71
Facility 71
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #142 / 143
11.8
Facility 11.8
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #139 / 143
861-
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 47
Rank #211 / 352
Ks Portfolio Master Snf Holdco, LLC
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #71 / 139
$3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #73 / 139
55.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #67 / 139
175078
Lincoln Care and Rehabilitation Center
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wichita (Hilltop)
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 69
Rank #151 / 223
78.0%
Facility 78.0%
KS AVG 77.3%
Rank #120 / 203
+1%
4.47
Facility 4.47
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #70 / 137
-18%-4%
$40.1k
Facility $40.1k
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #116 / 143
43
Facility 43
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #118 / 143
8.6
Facility 8.6
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #120 / 143
235-
44
Facility 44
KS AVG 47
Rank #207 / 352
Wichita Operator LLC
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $8.3M
Rank #100 / 139
$2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $4.8M
Rank #99 / 139
52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 57.8%
Rank #83 / 139
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every KS community we track that reports that metric, not just the 23 analyzed for Wichita.

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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.

Contact Park West Plaza Senior Living Residence

Overview of Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown

Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown sits in Wichita, Kansas, and it doesn’t stick to one level of care. Independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing all share the same campus. That’s worth noting, because a resident can move between levels of care without packing up and starting over somewhere new.

Ascension Living runs the place. It’s a national operator with real experience managing campuses built this way.

The medical support here is steady.;nNursing coverage runs 24 hours a day, and physical rehab and therapy are available on-site for anyone recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery. Since three care types share one campus, staff can adjust support as a resident’s needs change, instead of requiring a move to a different building.

The campus itself includes a chapel, a fitness center, a library, a spa, a cafe, and shared lounges built for gathering. There’s also a volunteer program, which gives residents a way to stay connected beyond their own unit. Activities lean educational, physical, and spiritual, not just games and bingo, so the calendar comes across as intentional rather than filler.

Getting around the neighborhood on foot is only sometimes realistic. The Walk Score sits at 47 out of 100, which counts as somewhat walkable. A handful of nearby services are reachable without a car, but most errands still call for one, or for the facility’s shuttle.

What comes through here is a faith-affiliated campus built around continuity. Families don’t have to guess whether this place can grow with a resident’s needs, because the structure is already set up to do exactly that.

Contact Ascension Living Via Christi Village Georgetown

Overview of Reflection Living Wichita

Situated in the welcoming neighborhood of Wichita, KS, Reflection Living Wichita is a dedicated community providing personal care and memory care services. The community is unlike any long-term care home you’ve ever seen. With a maximum of twelve residents, the care is much more individualized than a nursing home and is uniquely tailored to each resident. The community’s goal is to create a safe, healthy, and socially enriching environment for its residents that they deserve.

Experience its top-quality amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delicious and healthy home-cooked meals, assistance with daily tasks, housekeeping, medication management, and more. Have fun with daily interactive activities and create meaningful memories with weekly outings. With Reflection Living Wichita, seniors can enjoy a glorious retirement.

Contact Reflection Living Wichita

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Wichita, KS

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 23 nursing homes in Wichita, KS. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Wichita, KS?

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 Wichita, KS, 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 Wichita, KS?

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.