Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
1555 N Meridian Street · Wichita, KS · 67203 · 3169428471
106 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Tutera Senior Living & Health Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $46,483 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
5 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.23 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $62,076 |
Inspection citations (63 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
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.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 29, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 29, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C April 29, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C April 29, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 23, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 5, 2024
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 5, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 5, 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 September 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 5, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 5, 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 September 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 5, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 5, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 5, 2024 | Fine | $13,627 |
| August 5, 2024 | Fine | $16,055 |
| August 5, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| August 7, 2023 | Fine | $15,593 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175274 · certified since February 16, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.