Topeka, KS · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Topeka's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,270–$9,240/mo
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Nortonville Health Care Center
412 E Walnut St, Nortonville, KS 66060 · Jefferson County
1.0CMS overall rating(913) 886-6400
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Nortonville Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Nortonville, KS, with 45 certified beds and an average of about 37 residents per day. It operates as part of the Anew Healthcare 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, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.82 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 37 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $271,205 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. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
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 (2.82 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (72.5%)
- •37 deficiencies at last survey
- •$271,205 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Nortonville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 45
- Avg. residents/day
- 37
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Anew Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175323
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 | $7,270–$9,240/mo (median $8,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Topeka 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
- 2.82
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.24
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 72.5%
- 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) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 37
- Federal fines
- 4 ($271,205)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (74 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-14Severity L — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-01-14Severity L — immediate jeopardyPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-01-14Severity L — immediate jeopardyInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-14Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-01-14Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-01-14Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2026-01-14Severity 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.
2026-01-14Severity F — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-14 | Fine | $171,350 |
| 2026-01-14 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-11-19 | Fine | $21,275 |
| 2025-07-31 | Fine | $33,005 |
| 2024-08-26 | Fine | $45,575 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
412 E Walnut St, Nortonville, KS
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Nortonville Health Care Center
How much does Nortonville Health Care Center cost?
Nortonville Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Nortonville, KS area typically runs $7,270–$9,240 per month (median $8,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Nortonville Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Nortonville Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Nortonville Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 2.82 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Nortonville Health Care Center?
Nortonville Health Care Center has 74 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Nortonville Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Nortonville Health Care Center offer?
Nortonville Health Care Center in Nortonville, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 45 beds.
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