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Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF

325 Maine Street, Lawrence, KS 66044 · Douglas County

The premiere health care provider for the residents of Douglas County. Located in Lawrence, Kansas.

4.0CMS overall rating(785) 749-6470Visit website ↗
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 87% full (12 of 14 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lawrence

Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Lawrence, KS, with 14 certified beds and an average of about 12 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 9.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (4.32 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (9.28 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lawrence for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
14
Avg. residents/day
12
Ownership
Government - City
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
175151

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,380–$9,380/mo (median $8,150)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lawrence 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
9.28
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
4.32
National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey)
8
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-10-14
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-14Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

2024-10-14Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2024-10-14Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.

2024-10-14Severity 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.

2024-10-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2024-10-14Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2024-10-14Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

2024-10-14Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

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.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • 24/7 staff

Location

325 Maine Street, Lawrence, 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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Common questions about Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF

How much does Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF cost?

Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lawrence, KS area typically runs $7,380–$9,380 per month (median $8,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF?

Staff provide about 9.28 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 Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF?

Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF have availability?

Typically 87% full (12 of 14 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF offer?

Lawrence Memorial Hospital SNF in Lawrence, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 14 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Lawrence.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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