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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Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab
1570 Sw Westport Drive, Topeka, KS 66604 · Shawnee County
21
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 85% full (128 of 151 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Topeka, KS, with 151 certified beds and an average of about 128 residents per day. It operates as part of the Recover-Care Healthcare 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, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 21 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 10 federal fines totaling $93,073 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 (3.68 hrs/resident/day)
- •21 deficiencies at last survey
- •$93,073 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Topeka options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 151
- Avg. residents/day
- 128
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Recover-Care Healthcare
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 175255
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 |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,490–$7,870/mo (median $5,870) | 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
- 3.68
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.7%
- 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
- 10 ($93,073)
- Total penalties
- 10
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (67 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-03-19Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-trad…
2025-03-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2025-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $4,893 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $4,893 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $14,679 |
| 2024-01-08 | Fine | $4,516 |
| 2024-01-02 | Fine | $3,846 |
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $9,440 |
| 2023-11-20 | Fine | $2,470 |
| 2023-11-13 | Fine | $2,117 |
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1570 Sw Westport Drive, Topeka, 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 Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab
How much does Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab cost?
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Topeka, 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 Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab?
Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab?
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab has 67 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab have availability?
Typically 85% full (128 of 151 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab offer?
Plaza West Healthcare and Rehab in Topeka, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 151 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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