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CARITAS CENTER, INC

1400 S SHERIDEN ST, WICHITA, KS 67213
Score: 94 / 100

Among nursing homes in Kansas, Caritas Center, Inc stands out with an A grade and a score of 94 out of 100. It ranks in the 96th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Caritas Center, Inc 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 9 deficiencies at Caritas Center, Inc. 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 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 6.31 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.07 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.35 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.89 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.95 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.82 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

9
Total Deficiencies
Apr 23, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 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 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Apr 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0758 Severity D
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psy
    Apr 23, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Apr 23, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0887 Severity D
    Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document
    Apr 23, 2024 · 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 0.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 12.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 22.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 6.3% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 8.2% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 8.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 94 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
22
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 23, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5