Lawrence Presbyterian Manor
Scout 81Lawrence, KS · 40 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lawrence.
Est. $7,380–$9,380/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community
4851 Harvard Road, Lawrence, KS 66049 · Douglas County
44
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
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
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lawrence, KS, with 76 certified beds and an average of about 62 residents per day. It operates as part of the Midwest Health network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.75 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 21 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,901 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.99 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •21 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lawrence options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 76
- Avg. residents/day
- 62
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Midwest Health
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 175445
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 | $7,380–$9,380/mo (median $8,150) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,530–$7,990/mo (median $5,960) | 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.99
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.75
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 53.5%
- 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)
- 21
- Federal fines
- 1 ($14,901)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-03Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2025-12-03Severity 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.
2025-12-03Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-12-03Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2025-12-03Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2025-12-03Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2025-12-03Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2025-12-03Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-19 | Fine | $14,901 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
4851 Harvard Road, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community
How much does Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community cost?
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community 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 Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community?
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community 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 Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community offer?
Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in Lawrence, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 76 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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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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