Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the

4301 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County

Looking for a retirement community in Kansas City close to the Country Club Plaza and with easy access to culture, cuisine, and adventure? Come visit and see for yourself why Bishop Spencer Place sets the standard for retirement living in Kansas City.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Kansas City

Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Kansas City, MO, with 57 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.58 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,021 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.70 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Kansas City, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 57
Avg. residents/day: 45
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 265768

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$6,160–$8,010/mo (median $6,880)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,750–$7,440/mo (median $5,250)	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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.70; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.58; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 50%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 9
Federal fines: 1 ($8,021)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2024-02-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-07-29Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-07-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-02-06Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-02-06Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

2024-02-06Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2024-02-06Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy 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, compar…

2024-02-06Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-02-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

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
2024-07-29	Fine	$8,021

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Concierge services

Location

4301 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, 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

Reviews & reputation

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Google

3.3

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Common questions about Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the

How much does Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the cost?

Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Kansas City, 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 Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the?

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the?

Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-02-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the have availability?

Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the offer?

Bishop Spencer Place, Inc, the in Kansas City, MO offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 57 beds.

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