Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
9700 W 62nd St · Merriam, KS · 66203 · 9133840800
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Recover-Care Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $14,043 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 10 · $74,562 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 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 November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
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 November 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E February 16, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 5, 2024 | Fine | $14,043 |
| February 12, 2024 | Fine | $4,893 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,679 |
| November 20, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| November 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 30, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $13,635 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175123 · certified since February 1, 1981. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.