Southwest Medical Center SNF
315 W 15th Street · Liberal, KS · 67905 · 6206296291
18 certified beds Government - County Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- 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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2024
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected July 17, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F September 25, 2019
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected October 7, 2019 · Administration
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175163 · certified since July 31, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.