Life Care Center of Seneca
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Seneca, KS
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Life Care Center of Seneca

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Seneca, KS
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Life Care Center of Seneca accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Life Care Center of Seneca

Life Care Center of Seneca is a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated by Seneca Health Care Medical Investors LLC in Seneca, Kansas. The community serves Nemaha County residents across a continuum that includes skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, respite stays, and independent and assisted living. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay accepted. Occupancy runs at 65 percent which is below Kansas’ 79.5 percent average, typically signaling availability for new admissions.

The facility holds a 5-star CMS rating, 80.5 percent above Kansas’ average, with staffing as a primary driver at 38.5 percent above state benchmark. Nurse hours run 4h 23m per resident daily. Over the 12-year inspection window, the facility averaged 9.9 deficiencies per year against a Kansas average of 6. Three findings are weightier than the numbers alone: a 2016 immediate jeopardy determination tied to a resident elopement, a 2019 substantiated complaint in which an abuse allegation was not reported to the state, and a 2023 substantiated complaint involving resident-to-resident physical abuse. The latest annual survey in April 2025 cited 5 deficiencies, includingdignity, medication management, infection control, all corrected by July 2025.

Amenities span a fine dining program, a community re-entry program, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a certified activity director. Alzheimer’s and dementia care programming is offered alongside rehabilitation services geared toward discharge and recovery.

With memory care capacity for those in earlier to mid-stage dementia, Life Care Center of Seneca suits residents requiring post-acute rehabilitation or long-term skilled nursing care in a small-town Nemaha County setting.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 38.3% Above KS avg. ▲ 38.3% Above KS avg.KS average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 44.8% Above KS avg. ▲ 44.8% Above KS avg.KS average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 15.7% Above KS avg. ▲ 15.7% Above KS avg.KS average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 29.4% Above KS avg. ▲ 29.4% Above KS avg.KS average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Kansas state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 80th out of 141 homes in Kansas for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 23m per day
Rank #80 / 141Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 141 homes in Kansas for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kansas average, with a ranking across 141 Kansas facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Kansas avg (4h 38m per day)
vs Kansas avg
-6%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +8% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 41m per day ▼ 4% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 43m per day ▲ 8% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 25m per day ▼ 10% State avg: 2h 41m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 12m per day ▼ 11% State avg: 3h 35m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 0m per day ▼ 100% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 22m per day ▼ 25% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
84 days
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #94 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 223 homes in Kansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
49 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #111 / 363Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 363 homes in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
65%
Rank #167 / 206Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 206 homes in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 206. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
39 / 60
Average occupied beds in Kansas homes 50 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
CountyNemaha
License Number175439
CMS Certification Number175373

Ownership & Operating Entity

Life Care Center of Seneca is administered by Ashley Laflin.

Owner NameSeneca Health Care Medical Investors LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactLesa Duryea, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services

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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.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 124 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2013 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (24% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 124100 This facility has 24% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (124 vs. KS avg 100).↑ 24% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025, found the facility in compliance with all regulations and no deficiencies. Prior inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to resident dignity and privacy, medication management, infection control, and environmental safety, particularly noted in the April 30, 2025 survey. Complaint investigations in 2023 and 2019 included substantiated findings involving failure to provide adequate supervision leading to resident abuse and failure to report alleged mistreatment, respectively. Enforcement actions were noted in earlier years, including immediate jeopardy findings related to elopement risks in 2016 and a denial of payment for new admissions in 2015 due to serious deficiencies. The facility appears to have addressed recent deficiencies effectively, with multiple follow-up inspections confirming correction and no new noncompliance found.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021
Total health inspections 4

State average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
16 Rank #28 / 144Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 144 homes in Kansas for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kansas State average, with a ranking across all 144 KS facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 26.9

Citations per inspection
4 Rank #23 / 144Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 144 homes in Kansas for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kansas mean across 144 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 6.07


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

15 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.9


Serious health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.9

0 critical citations State average: 0.9

0 serious citations State average: 0.9

16 moderate citations State average: 24.6

0 minor citations State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 5 years)
Administration moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 71
Employees 68
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.78 : 1
21% fewer staff per resident than Kansas average
Kansas average ratio: 2.24 : 1 Kansas average ratio: 2.24 : 1See full Kansas ranking
Avg staff/day 23
Average shift 7.5 hours
0% compared with Kansas average
Kansas average: 7.7 hours Kansas average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Kansas ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 15,861

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 8 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 6 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 28 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.5%

82 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant280286,06192100%7.5
Medication Aide/Technician8082,42792100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse6062,10492100%8.8
Registered Nurse8081,0278896%8.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist3039917076%7
Administrator3035526672%8
Speech Language Pathologist3035446470%6.7
Dietitian1014396166%7.2
RN Director of Nursing2024245762%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker1014185863%7.2
Nurse Practitioner1013975560%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant2023366975%4.3
Qualified Social Worker202593740%1.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113878%5.4
Medical Director0112333%7.5
Occupational Therapy Aide0112144%5.3
28 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 96%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
3 Administrator
% of Days 72%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 60%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 40%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 4%

Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.8
45% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.0
42% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Kansas avg: 3.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.6%
55% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 3.9%
80% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.6%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.8%
79% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.1%
33% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.5%
8% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.5%
72% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.8%
31% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
8% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.7%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 95.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.45
33% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 1.84

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.14
45% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.16

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Kansas avg: 2.6 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.6%
25% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 75.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
21% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.0%
31% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 73.5%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 17.3%
25% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.9%
7% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 11.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.3%
66% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 68.5%
28% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 35.6%
30% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 18 days

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

23% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 40
Medicare
2
5% of residents
Medicaid
13
32.5% of residents
Private pay or other
25
62.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$3.3M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$748.7K
For-profit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$3.3M Rank #122 / 143Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 143 homes in Kansas for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Kansas average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$748.7K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$7.8K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #90 / 143Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 143 homes in Kansas for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kansas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.6M 79.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #5 / 143Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 143 homes in Kansas for payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Kansas average. Well-run Kansas facilities typically land around 57–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$1.4M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$4.1M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

New residents most often arrive under Medicare (49% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 18 days.

Admissions
156 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 49%
Private pay 28%
Medicaid 23%
Discharges
155 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 50%
Private pay 26%
Medicaid 25%

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5.17
Facility 5.17
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #37 / 141
+6%+12%
$0
Facility $0
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #1 / 144
14
Facility 14
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #17 / 144
4.7
Facility 4.7
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #44 / 144
-71-
28
Facility 28
KS AVG 46
Rank #269 / 363
Legend Senior Properties
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $7.3M
Rank #21 / 143
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $3.3M
Rank #35 / 143
61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 47.9%
Rank #122 / 143
175527
Wichita Presbyterian Manor
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Wichita (Orchard Park)
132
Facility 132
KS AVG 69
Rank #14 / 223
34.8%
Facility 34.8%
KS AVG 76.8
Rank #197 / 206
-55%
4.86
Facility 4.86
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #48 / 141
+19%+5%
$0
Facility $0
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #1 / 144
18
Facility 18
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #38 / 144
6.0
Facility 6.0
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #71 / 144
146-
41
Facility 41
KS AVG 46
Rank #216 / 363
Wichita Presbyterian Manor
$15.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $15.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $7.3M
Rank #19 / 143
$5.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG $3.3M
Rank #39 / 143
34.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 34.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
KS AVG 47.9%
Rank #130 / 143
175301
Life Care Center of Seneca
NH
SNF
Seneca
60
Facility 60
KS AVG 69
Rank #94 / 223
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
KS AVG 76.8
Rank #167 / 206
-15%
4.38
Facility 4.38
KS AVG 4.63
Rank #80 / 141
+11%-6%
$0
Facility $0
KS AVG $49.2k
Rank #1 / 144
16
Facility 16
KS AVG 26.9
Rank #28 / 144
4.0
Facility 4.0
KS AVG 6.1
Rank #23 / 144
-39A+
58
Facility 58
KS AVG 46
Rank #111 / 363
Lesa Duryea
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $7.3M
Rank #122 / 143
$2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG $3.3M
Rank #90 / 143
79.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 79.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KS AVG 47.9%
Rank #5 / 143
175439

Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Seneca

Who is the owner of Life Care Center of Seneca?

Life Care Center of Seneca is legally operated by Seneca Health Care Medical Investors LLC, and administered by Ashley Laflin.

Is Life Care Center of Seneca in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Seneca has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Life Care Center of Seneca?

According to KS state health department records, Life Care Center of Seneca's license number is 175439.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Seneca?

Life Care Center of Seneca's occupancy is 65%.

How long has Life Care Center of Seneca been in business?

Life Care Center of Seneca has been operating for approximately 49 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Life Care Center of Seneca?

No, Life Care Center of Seneca has a no-pet policy.

Does Life Care Center of Seneca operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Life Care Center of Seneca is registered as a for-profit in KS.

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