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MEADOWLARK HILLS

2121 MEADOWLARK ROAD, MANHATTAN, KS 66502
Score: 90 / 100

Among nursing homes in Kansas, Meadowlark Hills stands out with an A grade and a score of 90 out of 100. It ranks in the 91th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Meadowlark Hills provides above-average staffing with 5.12 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 30 deficiencies at Meadowlark Hills. 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 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.12 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.11 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.30 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.41 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.78 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

30
Total Deficiencies
Apr 8, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 30 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0625 Severity D
    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 hospi
    Apr 8, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0849 Severity D
    Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice serv
    Apr 8, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Infection Control 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 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.6% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.7% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.6% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 21.7% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $8,278

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 90 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: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -0 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
134
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 8, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5