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LIFE CARE CENTER OF ANDOVER

621 W 21ST, ANDOVER, KS 67002
Score: 15 / 100

With a score of 15/100, Life Care Center Of Andover ranks in the bottom tier of Kansas nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of Andover is near the national average, with 3.60 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 57 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Andover, including 4 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: respond appropriately to all alleged violations..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.60 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.52 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.93 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.15 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.12 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.17 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

57
Total Deficiencies
Nov 16, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 52 Moderate 🔴 4 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0610 Severity K
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Nov 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity J
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Nov 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity J
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Nov 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0697 Severity G
    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    Jun 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0730 Severity F
    Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
    Mar 26, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services 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 5.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 28.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 6.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 29.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

5 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $71,016

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 15 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -7 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
154
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
22