Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community

Senior Living, Independent Living & Assisted Living · Manhattan
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community

Senior Living in Manhattan

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community

Enjoy your best years at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community, an outstanding community in Manhattan, KS, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. A hassle-free living is also guaranteed, especially with maintenance services and convenient apartment features.

Thriving local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy various dining options with delightful restaurants in the area. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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.
▲ 80.5% Above KS avg.
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.
▲ 12.8% Above KS avg.
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.
▲ 38.5% Above KS avg.
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.
▲ 55.8% Above KS avg.

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 16th out of 130 homes in Kansas.

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.
5h 43m per day
Rank #16 / 130Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 130 homes in Kansas.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kansas average, with a ranking across 130 Kansas SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Kansas avg (4h 43m per day)
vs Kansas avg
+22%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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. 4h 17m per day

Capacity and availability

This home is often near full

Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher occupancy than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupancy rate 126.3% Rank #1 / 134Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 134 homes in Kansas.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its statewide rank out of 134. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 157 days
Occupancy rate
126.3% Rank #1 / 134Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 134 homes in Kansas.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its statewide rank out of 134. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
157 days

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

37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

45% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$39.7M
Surplus of revenue
$3.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$39.7M Rank #8 / 131Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 131 homes in Kansas.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Kansas SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$3.8M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #4 / 131Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 131 homes in Kansas.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.
$17.6M
44.4% of revenue Rank #4 / 131Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 131 homes in Kansas.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Kansas average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.0M
Total costs $35.6M
Years in operation
51 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #30 / 50Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 50 homes in Kansas.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kansas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactDavid Deubler, Director

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Services
Massage Services
Prairie Star Restaurant
Salon
Spiritual Life
Trail System
Transportation
Specific ProgramsHealthcare Households, Cancer Program, Memory Program, Parkinson's Program, Vital Connections, Home Health Care, Outpatient Therapy, Physician Services
Religious ServicesYes
Operating HoursMonday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Dining Services

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community

Independent Living Assisted Living

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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 6 years.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Kansas average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations
30 Rank #86 / 132Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 132 homes in Kansas.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kansas state average, with a ranking across all 132 KS SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Kansas average 26.9

Citations per inspection
6 Rank #72 / 132Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 132 homes in Kansas.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kansas mean across 132 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Kansas average 6.07


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

28 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 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

29 moderate citations More info Kansas average: 24.6

0 minor citations More info Kansas average: 0.5
Citations history (last 5 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Apr 09, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Apr 09, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Apr 09, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 09, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Senior Living in Kansas

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is located in Manhattan, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.

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Frail Elderly Waiver

Kansas Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Kansas resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home- level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KS

Requires care level assessment.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Senior Care Act

Kansas SCA

Age 60+
General Kansas resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
KS

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Homemaker services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kansas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kansas resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KS

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kansas NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kansas resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KS

11 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kansas SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Kansas resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
KS

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

Kansas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kansas resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KS

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Manhattan's city center to Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 327
Employees 303
Contractors 24
Staff to resident ratio 2.79:1
23% better than Kansas average

Kansas average ratio: 2.27:1

Avg staff/day 92
Average shift 6.9 hours
10% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 57,965
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 186
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

4.1%

2,391 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 8 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant186018626,53591100%6.5
Medication Aide/Technician330338,98991100%7.1
Registered Nurse310318,18191100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse290296,43091100%8.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist7073,1526571%8
Speech Language Pathologist0887777077%4.3
Physical Therapy Aide0335866571%4.5
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015206571%8
Administrator1014966268%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014486066%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0554177077%3.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0553496470%3.8
Qualified Social Worker0332626976%3.3
Other Dietary Services Staff3031582022%7.5
Dental Services Staff2029667%8
Nurse Aide in Training808501011%4.5
186 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
33 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
31 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
8 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 77%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 70%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 76%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 22%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 7%
8 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 11%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 117
Medicare
17
14.5% of residents
Medicaid
100
85.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

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. 10.1
In line with 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. 18.7
10% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.3%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.4%
15% 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 21.5%
10% 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 4.7%
8% 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 3.9%
16% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.2%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.0%
38% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.8%
85% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 17.4%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
9% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 95.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
32% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 75.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.7%
29% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 73.5%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $8K
81% lower than Kansas average

Kansas average: $44K

Number of fines 1
59% fewer fines than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $8K
Kansas average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Feb 3, 2025 · $8K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 3, 2025
$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in?

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is in the Meadowlark Road neighborhood of Manhattan.

Is Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community?

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is located at 2121 Meadowlark Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Is Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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