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Nursing Home in Wichita

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.

Life Care Center of Wichita

Nursing Home in Wichita

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.

Life Care Center of Wichita

622 N Edgemoor St, Wichita, KS 67208 View map
Overview of Life Care Center of Wichita

Life Care Center of Wichita is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.

 
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

(316) 686-5100

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.
4/5
Kansas average: 2.8/5
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.
3/5
Kansas average: 2.7/5
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.
4/5
Kansas average: 3.6/5
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.
5/5
Kansas average: 3.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 0m per day

This home provides 15% less nursing time per resident than the Kansas average.

Kansas average: 4h 43m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 33m per day 43m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 16m per day 2h 42m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 11m per day 3h 35m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 6m per day 2m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 19m per day 29m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Kansas
Occupancy rate 97.5%
Residents per day (avg) 111
Occupancy rate
97.5%
Residents per day (avg)
111

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

32% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$17.6M
Profit
$8.6K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$17,588,578.00
Profit
$8,629.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.1M
40.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.5M
Total costs $17.6M
Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
29 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
98%
In line with Kansas average
Occupied beds
117 / 120
Average residents 50 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
CountySEDGWICK

Additional Licensing Details

License Number175407
CMS Certification Number175407

Ownership & Operating Entity

Life Care Center of Wichita is administrated by Matthew J. Stephenson.

OwnerWICHITA REAL ESTATE INVESTORS LLC

Type Of Units

NF (Nursing Facility)
120 units
SNF/NF (Combined)
120 units
Total beds
120 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMatthew Stephenson, Executive Director
Contact Life Care Center of Wichita

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.

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 1 complaint investigation
  • 21 other inspections

Results

1 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date April 7, 2025

Inspection history

Deficiency Report State ID
Plan of Correction
LifeCareCenterofWichitaC05082018 LifeCareCenterofWichitaC05082018
N087045
LifeCareCenterofWichitaC05082018 N087045
CSKE11
LifeCareCenterofWichitaRC04172018 N087045
PN0X12
LifeCareCenterofWichitaC02122018R N087045
PN0X11
Life Care Wichita complaint 08072017 N087045
SU9W11
life care wichita complaint 06192017 N087045
OLLM11
lcc of wichita complaint 05172016 N087045
BNXP11
lcc wichita complaint revised 05112016 N087045
SMIX11
LifeCareCenterofWichita06122018 N087045
WS3B11
LCC Wichita 112315 Complaint N087045
GVXO11
Life Care Center Wichita 060515 Complaint N087045
L1LJ11
Lcc Wichita 03182016 N087045
4S3911
Lifre Care Ctr Wichita 120513 Complaint N087045
0P1311
LCC Wichita 112514 N087045
HK1A11
LCC Wichita 092713 1st RV N087045
DRZL12
LCC Wichita 070113 Complaint N087045
KUJB11
LCC Wichita 040113 Complaint LCC Wichita 040113 Complaint
N087045
LCC Wichita 040113 Complaint N087045
FKMP11
NA N087045
SC8E11
LCC Wichita 080713 2nd Revision N087045
DRZL11
Life Care Wichita 041712 N087045
24MW11

26 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Kansas average: 100 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Kansas average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 15

Kansas average 26.9

Citations per inspection
3.75

Kansas average 6.07


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

2 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations; and 12 of 15 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 1
11% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Kansas average: 0.9

1 serious citation More info Kansas average: 0.9

14 moderate citations More info Kansas average: 24.6

0 minor citations More info Kansas average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 24, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Wichita The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

5 facilities compared · CMS & KS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

Filter by care type
Life Care Center of Wichita
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wichita
120
92.4%
+16%
4.00
-46%
-14%
0
15
3.8
1
111
A-
64
Stephenson, Mathew
$17.6M
$7.1M
40.5%
175407
Family Health & Rehab
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Wichita
72
85.9%
+8%
5.21
+7%
+13%
0
18
6.0
0
67
-
33
Axiom Healthcare Alliance, Llc
$11.2M
$4.0M
35.9%
175501
Family Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

WICHITA
72
85.9%
+8%
5.21
+7%
+13%
0
18
6.0
0
67
-
-
Axiom Healthcare Alliance, Llc
$11.2M
$4.0M
35.9%
175501
Center at Waterfront LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

WICHITA
80
81.4%
+2%
4.73
-50%
+2%
0
15
7.5
1
54
-
-
Deline, Kenneth
$21.7M
$5.7M
26.4%
175564
Azria Health Wichita
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wichita
70
94.0%
+18%
4.72
-26%
+2%
0
30
6.0
1
64
-
23
Wichita Az Opco Holdings Llc
$11.2M
$5.0M
44.5%
175563

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Address 3.7 miles from city center — 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center)

Address 622 N Edgemoor St, Wichita, KS 67208

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 168
Employees 163
Contractors 5
Staff to resident ratio 1.44:1
37% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average ratio: 2.27:1

Avg staff/day 69
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with Kansas average

Kansas average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 47,690
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 49
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.7%

349 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4904915,14891100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse240248,51791100%9.2
Medication Aide/Technician230237,99891100%8.1
Registered Nurse9093,61591100%9.7
Other Dietary Services Staff9091,8779099%5.9
Physical Therapy Aide100101,3017481%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist7071,2698290%6.1
Qualified Social Worker8081,1737279%6
Respiratory Therapy Technician7071,1107481%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,0216976%7.4
RN Director of Nursing2029397279%8
Dental Services Staff1015426976%7.9
Administrator1015206571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014876167%8
Nurse Practitioner2024836066%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant3144687077%6
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1014576167%7.5
Dietitian1014266066%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide1232653842%5.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114033%13.2
Medical Director0113533%11.5
49 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
23 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
10 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 81%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 90%
8 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 79%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 81%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 79%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 76%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 42%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
117 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
16 residents (13.7%)
Medicaid
73 residents (62.4%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (23.9%)
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.

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. 12.6
39% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Kansas avg: 2.6 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 7.7%
60% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 7.4%
62% 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 22.7%
5% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.1%
51% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.2%
10% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
91% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.5%
47% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.7%
9% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 3.8%
78% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.7%
7% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.0%
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. 1.60
13% better 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. 1.28
41% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.16

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Kansas avg: 3.1 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 71.0%
6% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 75.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
44% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 79.0%
7% 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. 25.7%
12% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 13.2%
13% worse 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. 0.0%
100% better 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. 76.2%
42% 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. 54.9%
9% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 50.6%

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires care level assessment.

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+, Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (individual, varies).

$2,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kansas SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kansas resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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