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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.
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.
Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a 106-bed skilled nursing facility located at 1555 N. Meridian Street in Wichita, Kansas. Managed by Tutera Senior Living, the community specializes in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and gender-specific memory care units for residents with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
As a skilled nursing facility (SNF), Meridian provides 24-hour clinical nursing and therapy services under the federal Medicare and Medicaid framework. The facility carries a 1-out-of-5-star overall CMS rating, which reflects health inspection performance that has trended below state averages. However, recent focused filings indicate that the community has maintained a citations-per-inspection rate of zero in current infection control surveys. With approximately 79 of its 106 beds occupied, the center maintains an occupancy rate of 75%, providing a local resource for specialized post-acute care. S
The staffing model provides a total of 3 hours and 14 minutes of daily nursing care per resident. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coverage is a metric of stability at 50 minutes per day, which exceeds the Kansas state average of 40 minutes. While Registered Nurse (RN) hours average 15 minutes per day, the facility coordinates a comprehensive clinical program including advanced wound care, IV therapy, and pain management. Physical therapy hours are notably high at 150% above the state average, prioritizing functional recovery for short-stay rehabilitation patients.
Residents live in private or semi-private suites that feature 24-hour emergency response systems and Wi-Fi access. All-inclusive services cover restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, personal laundry, and scheduled transportation to medical appointments. The campus features a secured landscaped courtyard for outdoor therapy and a beauty salon and barbershop. Daily life is supported by a social activities calendar that includes exercise groups and therapeutic recreational opportunities tailored to resident needs.
Those seeking specialized memory care or intensive physical therapy in a community setting may find this environment appropriate. Individuals evaluating the facility should contact the administration directly to discuss current unit pricing, which typically ranges from $2,775 to $6,275 per month, and schedule a tour to review the most recent quality measures and compliance documentation firsthand.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 125th 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 26m per day | ▼ 39% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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.
| 50m per day | ▲ 26% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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.
| 1h 57m per day | ▼ 27% State avg: 2h 41m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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.
| 2h 48m per day | ▼ 22% State avg: 3h 35m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
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.
| 2m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 15m per day | ▼ 51% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Higher than the Kansas average: 79.5%Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is legally operated by Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, and administrated by Patrick Burke.
In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KS Average | vs. KS Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 385 | 100 | This facility has 285% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (385 vs. KS avg 100).↑ 285% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2012.
| 27.5 | 7.1 | This facility has 287% more deficiencies per year than a typical Kansas nursing home (27.5 vs. KS avg 7.1).↑ 287% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Kansas average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
Kansas average 26.9
Kansas average 6.07
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
24 of 58 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 58 resulted from complaint investigations; and 30 of 58 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
456% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
11% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.9
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
31% fewer staff per resident than Kansas average
5% better than Kansas average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
9 total: 7 full-time employees and 2 contractors.
9
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
33 total: 23 full-time employees and 10 contractors.
33
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
79 total: 48 full-time employees and 31 contractors.
79
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
2,852 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 31 | 79 | 16,145 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 10 | 33 | 7,711 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 2 | 9 | 2,854 | 88 | 96% | 8.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 1 | 8 | 1,800 | 88 | 96% | 8.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 648 | 79 | 86% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 433 | 65 | 71% | 4.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 362 | 61 | 66% | 5.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 353 | 50 | 54% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 152 | 63 | 68% | 2.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 100 | 33 | 36% | 2.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 31 | 34% | 0.9 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024
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)
92% higher than Kansas averageKansas average: $44K
107% more fines than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.4
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Kansas averageKansas average: 0.3
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
4 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 5, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 5, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 5, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 7, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.6
37% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 10.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
11.5
45% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 20.7
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.3%
46% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.8%
49% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 19.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.2%
40% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 23.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
54% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.6%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
91% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.1%
19% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
13.3%
157% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
18.0%
6% worse than Kansas averageKansas average: 16.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.8%
5% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 91.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.8%
In line with Kansas averageKansas average: 95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
80.8%
7% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 75.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Kansas averageKansas average: 2.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.3%
12% 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.
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
31% of new residents, often for short stays.
46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
96Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #63 / 144Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 144 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Wichita's city center to Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Larksfield Place Independent Living |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Wichita | 80
Facility
80
KS AVG
71
Rank
#63 / 224 | - | - | 5.57 | -8% | +20% | $0 | 13 | 4.3 | - | 80 | A+ |
32
Facility
32
KS AVG
46
Rank
#252 / 363 | Larksfield Place Retirement Communities, Inc. | $29.8M | $12.8M | 42.9% | 175181 | ||||
| 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
Facility
120
KS AVG
71
Rank
#25 / 224 | 88.3% | +11% | 4.00 | -33% | -14% | $0 | 15 | 3.8 | 1 | 115 | A- |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | Mathew Stephenson | $17.6M | $8.4M | 47.6% | 175407 | ||||
| Ascension Living Via Christi Village Ridge |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Wichita | 80
Facility
80
KS AVG
71
Rank
#11 / 224 | - | - | 4.47 | -6% | -4% | $0 | 16 | 2.7 | 2 | 71 | - |
25
Facility
25
KS AVG
46
Rank
#282 / 363 | Trisha Chege | $16.0M | $7.4M | 46.2% | 175539 | ||||
| Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care 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 | 106
Facility
106
KS AVG
71
Rank
#36 / 224 | 90.6% | +14% | 3.60 | -41% | -22% | $84.5k | 58 | 9.7 | 6 | 96 | - |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center | $9.3M | $4.4M | 47.1% | 175274 | ||||
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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 | 76
Facility
76
KS AVG
71
Rank
#71 / 224 | 92.1% | +16% | 5.71 | -5% | +23% | $8.8k | 49 | 9.8 | 3 | 70 | B- |
75
Facility
75
KS AVG
46
Rank
#39 / 363 | - | $9.4M | $4.5M | 47.2% | 175532 |
The legal owner and operator of Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to KS state health department records, Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center's license number is 175274.
Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center's occupancy is 91%.
Patrick Burke is the administrator of Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
Meridian Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has 106 beds.
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