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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Jefferson Health Care
615 Sw Oldham Parkway, Lees Summit, MO 64081 · Jackson County
Trust Jefferson Healthcare in Lee Summit, MO, for the care & recovery of your loved one. Offering private rooms and physical & occupational therapy.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 55% 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
Jefferson Health Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lees Summit, MO, with 118 certified beds and an average of about 65 residents per day. It operates as part of the Circle B Enterprises 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, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $34,459 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.57 hrs/resident/day)
- •22 deficiencies at last survey
- •$34,459 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lees Summit options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 118
- Avg. residents/day
- 65
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Circle B Enterprises
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265377
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
- 3.57
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62%
- 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)
- 22
- Federal fines
- 2 ($34,459)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (62 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2025-04-04Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
2025-04-04Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-04-04Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-04-04Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-04Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
2025-04-04Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
2025-04-04Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Fine | $20,390 |
| 2025-09-18 | Fine | $14,069 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
615 Sw Oldham Parkway, Lees Summit, MO
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Jefferson Health Care
How much does Jefferson Health Care cost?
Jefferson Health Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lees Summit, 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 Jefferson Health Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Jefferson Health Care 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Jefferson Health Care?
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Jefferson Health Care?
Jefferson Health Care has 62 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Jefferson Health Care have availability?
Typically 55% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Jefferson Health Care offer?
Jefferson Health Care in Lees Summit, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 118 beds.
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