Life Care Center of Kansas City
3231 N 61st Street · Kansas City, KS · 66104 · 9132991770
82 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Life Care Centers of America
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.71 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.12 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (61 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 20, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 20, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 4, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175281 · certified since January 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.