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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Garden Terrace at Overland Park
7541 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS 66214 · Johnson County
Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Overland Park, KS.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (143 of 163 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Overland Park
Garden Terrace at Overland Park is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Overland Park, KS, with 163 certified beds and an average of about 143 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.59 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $87,761 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.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.23 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •23 deficiencies at last survey
- •$87,761 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Overland Park options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 163
- Avg. residents/day
- 143
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175158
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
- 4.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.59
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
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). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 23
- Federal fines
- 5 ($87,761)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (48 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
2025-12-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-11-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-05-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-05-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-05-15Severity E — 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.
2025-05-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
2025-05-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-30 | Fine | $35,875 |
| 2025-10-02 | Fine | $14,901 |
| 2025-06-10 | Fine | $14,362 |
| 2024-10-21 | Fine | $14,433 |
| 2024-07-22 | Fine | $8,190 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
7541 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS
- 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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How much does Garden Terrace at Overland Park cost?
Garden Terrace at Overland Park does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Overland Park, KS 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 Garden Terrace at Overland Park's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Garden Terrace at Overland Park 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Garden Terrace at Overland Park?
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Garden Terrace at Overland Park?
Garden Terrace at Overland Park has 48 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Garden Terrace at Overland Park have availability?
Typically 88% full (143 of 163 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Garden Terrace at Overland Park offer?
Garden Terrace at Overland Park in Overland Park, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 163 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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