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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Lawrence, KS
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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Lawrence, 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.
4851 Harvard Road, Lawrence, KS 66049-3964 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community

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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is a 76-bed nursing facility offering a care continuum including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rapid recovery services in Lawrence, Kansas. Privately owned and operated by Ann Bell, the community serves Douglas County residents across multiple care levels.

The inspection record is a major decision factor. Over the past seven years, Pioneer Ridge recorded 140 total deficiencies, roughly 85 percent above Kansas state average of 6 per year. Three recent findings carry particular weight: a March 2025 complaint investigation resulted in an immediate jeopardy determination after a resident with documented peanut allergies was served a peanut butter cookie, suffered anaphylaxis, and was hospitalized; an August 2025 substantiated complaint found the facility failed to report an abuse allegation to the state agency as required; and the December 2025 annual survey cited 16 deficiencies, including staff narcotics misappropriation that led to termination. The facility holds a 2-star CMS rating, driven primarily by a health inspection score 24.8 percent below Kansas’ average. Staffing runs counter to the overall picture; nurse hours of 4h 25m per resident per day sit about 11 percent above state average.

On-site activities are available. Offerings feature rehabilitation services, memory care, respite care, and a rapid recovery program for post-acute stays.

Pioneer Ridge fits residents and families seeking a multi-level campus in Lawrence. It’s where care can be transitioned across independent, assisted, and skilled nursing settings, specifically those pursuing short-term post-acute or quick recovery stays.

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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.
▼ 65.4% Below KS avg. ▼ 65.4% Below 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.
▼ 63.8% Below KS avg. ▼ 63.8% Below 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.
▼ 3.0% Below KS avg. ▼ 3.0% Below KS avg.KS average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours 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 vs Kansas averages

Rank #70 / 137Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 137 homes we track in Kansas for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kansas average, with a ranking across 137 Kansas facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 70th out of 137 homes we track 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 28m

3% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
54m
+26% 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.
47m
+18% 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 47m
+4% 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 55m
+9% 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.
10m
+419% 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.
36m
+20% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +419% above Kansas average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 76 Rank #68 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 223 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #5 / 352Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 352 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
87 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #98 / 203Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 98th out of 203 homes we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 203. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
82% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
62 / 76
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.
159 days

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility | Assisted Living Facility
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License Number175445
CMS Certification Number175445

Ownership & Operating Entity

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is administered by Deja Rhodeman.

Owner NamePioneer Ridge LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Additional Services

1 service
Rapid Recovery

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesVarious social, recreational, and educational activities available

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 145 deficiencies 35 inspections

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 (34% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% below)

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. 145108 This facility has 34% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas nursing home (145 vs. KS avg 108).↑ 34% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.14.18 This facility has 2% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas nursing home (4.1 vs. KS avg 4.18).↓ 2% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 3524 This facility has had 46% more total inspections than the Kansas average (35 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 46% more
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CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data
Total health inspections 6

Kansas average 4.5

Last Health inspection on Dec 2025

Total health citations
52 Rank #129 / 143Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 143 homes we track in Kansas for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kansas State average, with a ranking across all 143 KS facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Kansas average 26.9

Citations per inspection
8.67 Rank #121 / 143Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 143 homes we track in Kansas for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kansas mean across 143 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Kansas average 6.07

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

33 of 52 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 52 resulted from complaint investigations; and 15 of 52 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
1
11% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9

Serious health citations
1
11% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 0.9

1 critical citation Kansas average: 0.9
1 serious citation Kansas average: 0.9
48 moderate citations Kansas average: 24.6
2 minor citations Kansas average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Dec 03, 2025
Administration moderate citation Dec 03, 2025
Infection Control moderate citation Dec 03, 2025
Infection Control moderate citation Dec 03, 2025

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. 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.

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 145
Employees 145
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 3.22 : 1
44% more staff per resident than Kansas average
Kansas average ratio: 2.24 : 1 Kansas average ratio: 2.24 : 1See full Kansas ranking
Avg staff/day 49
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Kansas average
Kansas average: 7.7 hours Kansas average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Kansas ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,228

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 9 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 7 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 64 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 64
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 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% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

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 Assistant6406411,33392100%7.3
Physical Therapist260265,92592100%6.4
Medication Aide/Technician100103,28892100%8.3
Registered Nurse9092,98592100%9.9
Licensed Practical Nurse7072,78592100%9.8
Physical Therapy Assistant7071,7227480%6.2
RN Director of Nursing2021,0766975%8.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059857480%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3038125863%8
Dietitian1015456267%8.8
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Dental Services Staff1013815054%7.6
Qualified Social Worker2022347379%2.8
Speech Language Pathologist6061333639%3.2
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
26 Physical Therapist
% of Days 100%
10 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2025

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 $32K Rank #87 / 143Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 143 homes we track in Kansas for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Kansas average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 143 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
27% lower than Kansas average

Kansas average: $44K

Number of fines 2
17% 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 $32K
Kansas average $44K
Penalty History

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

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Mar 19, 2025 · $23K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 19, 2025
$23K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 8.6
18% 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. 18.7
10% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 20.7

Long-stay resident measures
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 12.3%
35% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.6%
14% 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 27.3%
15% worse 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 5.2%
18% 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 6.3%
36% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.3%
69% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.5%
51% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.3%
56% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 5.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.5%
44% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 16.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.0%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 91.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 75.6%
21% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 95.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.08
67% 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. 1.49
31% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 2.16

Short-stay resident measures
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 72.8%
In line with 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 56.5%
23% worse 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. 31.0%
35% worse than Kansas average

Kansas average: 23.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.6%
In line with Kansas average

Kansas average: 11.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.7%
9% 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. 49.2%
8% worse 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. 63.8%
26% better than Kansas average

Kansas average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

85% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

15% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 45
Medicare
4
8.9% of residents
Medicaid
20
44.4% of residents
Private pay or other
21
46.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

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

Active Resident Council

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.

Finances and operations

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

For-profit
Operated by a business 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."
$6.0M
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."
$352.9K
For-profit Operated by a business 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."
$6.0M Rank #73 / 139Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 139 homes we track in Kansas. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Kansas average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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."
$352.9K
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.
$23.7K
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 #81 / 139Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 139 homes we track in Kansas. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Kansas average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$2.8M 47.2% 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 #107 / 139Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 139 homes we track in Kansas. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Kansas average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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).
$2.8M
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).
$5.6M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Deja Rhodeman.

This home is owned by Ann Bell

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 175445

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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.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (85% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 24 days.

Admissions
123 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 85%
Private pay 15%
Discharges
115 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 88%
Private pay 12%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is located in LAWRENCE, 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

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in?

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is in the Lawrence Cultural District neighborhood of LAWRENCE.

Who is the owner of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is legally operated by Pioneer Ridge LLC, and administered by Deja Rhodeman.

Is Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?

According to KS state health department records, Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community's license number is 175445.

What is the occupancy rate at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community's occupancy is 82%.

Are pets allowed at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?

Yes, Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is registered as a for-profit in KS.

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