The Cedars
1021 Cedars Drive · McPherson, KS · 67460 · 6202410919
54 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
66% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.33 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.71 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 66% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
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 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2026
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 March 6, 2026 · Administration
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No harm found · C January 22, 2026
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
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 April 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G June 27, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 11, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2022
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 15, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175380 · certified since July 10, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.