Bethel Health Care Center
3000 Ivy Drive · North Newton, KS · 67117 · 3162842900
65 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.03 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 28% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (5 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F December 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 18, 2024
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected February 1, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 28, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected February 28, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175402 · certified since January 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.