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Total health inspections
4
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Medicalodges Independence
Nursing Home
Medicalodges Independence
Nursing Home
Medicalodges Independence is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community serving the short-term and long-term care needs of residents of Independence, Kansas and surrounding communities. The highly skilled staff assists residents in achieving their highest possible level of physical, emotional, and social well-being. Medicalodges Independence is unique in being 100% employee-owned, ensuring a personal investment in the quality of care provided.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
45
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.5%
Residents per day (avg)
41
Occupancy rate
86.5%
Residents per day (avg)
41
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
71% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$3.5M
Operating loss
-$5.2K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$3,475,494.00
Operating loss
$-5,248.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$3.5M
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Occupancy Rate
98%
Occupied Beds
44 of 45
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Facility
Additional licensing details
License number:
175464
CMS Certification Number:
175464
County:
MONTGOMERY
Awards:
Pinnacle Award 2023
Ownership & operating entity
Medicalodges Independence is administrated by MEGAN LAWRENCE.
Owner name:
CITY OF INDEPENDENCE
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Long-term Care, Activities, Amenities
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Medicalodges Independence offers a wide choice of menu selections to residents, creating an atmosphere of resident-centered living. Special diet preparations are also available.
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.
14 visits/inspections
1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
4 other visits
Results
14 with issues
0 without issues
Latest inspection
Date:July 2, 2025
112 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
Medicalodges Independence
-36%
-10%
+9%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
KS 67301
45
No
LAWRENCE, MEGAN
86.5%
$3,449,436.00
$1,679,753.00
48.7%
41.00
4.1843
17
-36%-10%+9%
Medicalodges Independence
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
KS 67301
Bed Count:
45
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LAWRENCE, MEGAN
CCN:
175464
Occupancy:
86.5%
Home Revenue:
$3,449,436.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,679,753.00
Payroll %:
48.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
41.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1843
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
17
RN share vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
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0.0 miles from city center
INDEPENDENCE, KS 67301
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
62
Total Staff
45
Employees
17
Contractors
16,238
Total Hours (Quarter)
23
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 11.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 10.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
38 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
2 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.7%
of total hours from contractors
1,089 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 0 | 28 | 8,374 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,416 | 84 | 92% | 10.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,267 | 90 | 99% | 10.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,227 | 86 | 95% | 11.1 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 599 | 64 | 70% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 547 | 66 | 73% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 492 | 66 | 73% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 399 | 45 | 49% | 8.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 390 | 47 | 52% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 364 | 64 | 70% | 5.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 79 | 38 | 42% | 2.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 58 | 35 | 38% | 1.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 42 | 60 | 66% | 0.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 7 | 8% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 5% | 3.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 3% | 4.3 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
17
Citations per inspection
4.25
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
17 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jun 18, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Medicalodges Inc
Resident Census by Payment Source
43
Total Residents
Medicare
6
(14%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
26
(60.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
11
(25.6%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
45
Total Specialty Beds
100%
of Bed Capacity
45
Other Specialized Rehab Beds ⓘ
100%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.4
11% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.4
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 20.7
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
7% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.4%
31% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
30.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
30.1%
27% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 23.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.8%
35% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
23% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
77% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.4%
85% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.9%
36% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 16.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
9% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 91.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 95.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
27% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 75.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.0%
10% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
36% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 73.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Medicalodges Independence based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.5%
↑ 13.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$5,248
↑ ~$125K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2,057,682
↑ ~$152K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.2%
↑ 3.7pp vs 2022
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