Wheatridge Park Care Center
1501 S Holly Dr · Liberal, KS · 67901 · 6206240130
51 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Frontline Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $27,573 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation 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.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
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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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.67 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.36 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $158,640 |
Inspection citations (34 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
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 October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 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 October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
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 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 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 October 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · C September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 4, 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 January 4, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 16, 2024 | Fine | $27,573 |
| January 4, 2024 | Fine | $131,067 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175459 · certified since December 4, 2002. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.