Bethel Health Care Center
Scout 100North Newton, KS · 65 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of North Newton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,280–$9,250/mo
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Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
1555 N Meridian Street, Wichita, KS 67203 · Sedgwick County
Recover at Meridian Rehabilitation. Enjoy a holistic senior rehabilitation that includes restaurant-style dining, engaging amenities and social interaction.
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (100 of 106 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 Wichita
Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wichita, KS, with 106 certified beds and an average of about 100 residents per day. It operates as part of the Tutera Senior Living & Health Care 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, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $62,076 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.23 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
- •$62,076 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Wichita options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 106
- Avg. residents/day
- 100
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Tutera Senior Living & Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175274
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 | $7,280–$9,250/mo (median $8,040) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wichita 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
- 3.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.44
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39.5%
- 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)
- 15
- Federal fines
- 4 ($62,076)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2026-04-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (63 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-29Severity 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.
2026-04-29Severity 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.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-05 | Fine | $13,627 |
| 2024-08-05 | Fine | $16,055 |
| 2024-08-05 | Fine | $16,801 |
| 2023-08-07 | Fine | $15,593 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1555 N Meridian Street, Wichita, KS
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
How much does Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center cost?
Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wichita, KS area typically runs $7,280–$9,250 per month (median $8,040, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?
Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has 63 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 94% full (100 of 106 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center offer?
Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Wichita, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 106 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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