Tallgrass Creek, INC
Scout 97Overland Park, KS · 44 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Overland Park's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $6,160–$8,010/mo
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Abode Health and Wellness Center
17451 Medical Center Parkway, Independence, MO 64057 · Jackson County
1.0CMS overall rating(816) 373-7795
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Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 40% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Abode Health and Wellness Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Independence, MO, with 118 certified beds and an average of about 48 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Baptist Home network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 44 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 26 federal fines totaling $278,650 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.34 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •44 deficiencies at last survey
- •$278,650 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
- •In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Independence options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 118
- Avg. residents/day
- 48
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Baptist Home
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265456
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,160–$8,010/mo (median $6,880) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Kansas City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.34
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 44
- Federal fines
- 26 ($278,650)
- Total penalties
- 27
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (77 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
2025-12-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-05-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-02-19Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-02-19Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-02-19Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-19 | Fine | $134,345 |
| 2025-02-19 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $14,814 |
| 2024-01-08 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-01-02 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $13,762 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
17451 Medical Center Parkway, Independence, MO
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Abode Health and Wellness Center
How much does Abode Health and Wellness Center cost?
Abode Health and Wellness Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Independence, MO area typically runs $6,160–$8,010 per month (median $6,880, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Abode Health and Wellness Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Abode Health and Wellness Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Abode Health and Wellness Center?
Staff provide about 4.34 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Abode Health and Wellness Center?
Abode Health and Wellness Center has 77 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Abode Health and Wellness Center have availability?
Typically 40% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Abode Health and Wellness Center offer?
Abode Health and Wellness Center in Independence, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 118 beds.
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