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Life Care Center Of Kansas City
3231 N. 61St St., Kansas City, KS 66104
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Life Care Center Of Kansas City Description
Life Care Center Of Kansas City is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 4.0 miles outside the small town of Parkville, Kansas and is part of the Life Care Centers of America network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 making it the 9th highest rated community in the city out of 11 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
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Skilled Nursing
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of the Life Care Center of Kansas City offer a mixed perspective on the quality of care and services provided. Some reviewers express serious concerns about the facility, including instances of neglect leading to hospitalization, issues with cleanliness, and problems with staff communication and professionalism. There are reports of residents not being well cared for, with specific complaints about inadequate cleaning, feeding, and medication management, leading to severe health issues.
On the other hand, many reviews highlight positive experiences, particularly praising the rehab and therapy departments. Staff in these areas are described as professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to the health and progress of residents. The therapy team, including physical, occupational, and speech therapists, receives commendations for their effective and compassionate care, helping residents regain mobility and improve their quality of life.
Collaboration among staff, particularly in rehab and mental health services, is noted as a strong point, with daily meetings to discuss patient care and a commitment to communication and dedication to patients. Some reviewers, including mental health providers and family members of residents, recommend the facility for its respectful, courteous admissions process and the compassionate care provided by staff.
Entertainment and activities for residents are mentioned positively, contributing to a lively and engaging environment. The facility's commitment to improvement and the caring nature of the staff are also highlighted, with some reviewers noting personal growth and satisfaction in their roles within the center.
However, concerns about the facility's management and the impact on patient care are significant, with some calling for the facility to be shut down due to the severity of the issues experienced. The contrast between positive and negative reviews suggests that experiences at the Life Care Center of Kansas City can vary widely, emphasizing the importance of thorough consideration and monitoring for those considering care options for themselves or loved ones.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Jan. 1, 1994
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 82
Total current residents: 57
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 2
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 2
Number of fines: 4
Total cost of fines: $132919
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2022-05-10 | 2022-06-23 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2021-03-09 | 2021-04-08 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | C | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | C | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-02-14 | 2019-03-15 | C | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | G | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2022-04-06 | 2022-05-06 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-05-12 | 2022-05-13 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-09 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-09 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-09 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-03-09 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2021-02-04 | 2021-05-03 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-30 | F | Administration Deficiencies | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-02-04 | $85,959 |
| 2021-02-08 | $650 |
| 2021-09-27 | $975 |
| 2022-04-06 | $45,334 |
Denials
| Denial Date | Payment Denial Days |
|---|---|
| 2021-02-04 | 38 |
| 2022-04-06 | 3 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Parkville which is 4.0 miles away and has a population of 6,296 (very small town).
- The average income is $35,544, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 81
- Low Temperature: 31
- Average Temperature: 58.0
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 137 days of rain, 22 days of snow and 205 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.6 inches a year
- The median age is 33.4 years old, low compared to other cities.
- 5.38% of the population are Veterans which is a average percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 16.86% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 21% Black or African-American, 23% Hispanic or Latino, and 50% White.
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.17 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 128.0, Moderate Days 54.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Aldi
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Bus Stations
47th & State Avenue
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5.3 miles awayBanks
Midwest Regional Credit Union
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3.0 miles awayHospitals
Providence Medical Center
3.7 miles awaySaint Lukes
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7.9 miles awayUniversity of Kansas Medical Center
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Walgreens
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3.1 miles awayCVS
5.0 miles awayHy-Vee Pharmacy
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9.2 miles awayDentists
Regan Dental
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5.7 miles awayBurleson Orthodontics
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7.5 miles awayParks
Thomson Park
0.7 miles awayWelborn Park
0.9 miles awayEisenhower Park
1.2 miles awayTurkey Creek Streamway Park
1.4 miles awayCoronado Park
1.6 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Beggars Table Church & Art Gallery
8.2 miles awayShopping
Legends Outlets Kansas City
5.7 miles awayThe Village at Briarcliff
6.7 miles awayZona Rosa
7.6 miles awayCrown Center Shops
8.5 miles awayAntioch Crossings
9.6 miles awayCulture
Amphitheatre
3.5 miles awayCathy Kline Art Gallery
3.6 miles awayAccessible Arts
4.7 miles awayBlack Box Theatre
7.2 miles awayQuality Hill Playhouse
7.7 miles awayRestaurants
Parallel China Express
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2.7 miles awayRice Bowl
3.0 miles awayChina Feast
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