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Brewster Health Center

1001 SW 29TH ST, TOPEKA, KS 66611
Score: 91 / 100

Among nursing homes in Kansas, Brewster Health Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 91 out of 100. It ranks in the 93th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Brewster Health Center provides above-average staffing with 6.31 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Brewster Health Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 6.31 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.52 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.51 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 4.28 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.62 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.37 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Jun 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity F
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Jun 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0605 Severity D
    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 5.8% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 13.1% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 28.2% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 33.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 91 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
97
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8