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Schowalter Villa

200 W Cedar, Hesston, KS 67062 · Harvey County

Schowalter Villa is a retirement community offering a number of programs and services in Hesston, Kansas.

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Exceptional

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 92% full (97 of 105 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.

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One of Hesston's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Schowalter Villa is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Hesston, KS, with 105 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.85 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.85 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 105
Avg. residents/day: 97
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 175386

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,280–$9,250/mo (median $8,040)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,490–$7,880/mo (median $5,880)	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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.85; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.74; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 42.4%; 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): 6
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-11-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

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

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

200 W Cedar, Hesston, KS

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Schowalter Villa

How much does Schowalter Villa cost?

Schowalter Villa does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hesston, 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 Schowalter Villa's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Schowalter Villa 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Schowalter Villa?

Staff provide about 4.85 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Schowalter Villa?

Schowalter Villa has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Schowalter Villa have availability?

Typically 92% full (97 of 105 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Schowalter Villa offer?

Schowalter Villa in Hesston, KS offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 105 beds.

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