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5.0CMS rating
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Est. $6,160–$8,010/mo
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University Health Lakewood Medical Center
7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City, MO 64139 · Jackson County
74
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 70% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Kansas City
University Health Lakewood Medical Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Kansas City, MO, with 188 certified beds and an average of about 132 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.66 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,901 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓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 Kansas City for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 188
- Avg. residents/day
- 132
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 265845
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 | $6,160–$8,010/mo (median $6,880) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Kansas City 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
- 4.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.66
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.5%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 1 ($14,901)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-20Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2025-08-22Severity F — 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…
2025-08-22Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-08-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2025-08-22Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-04-30Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2024-09-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | Fine | $14,901 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City, MO
- 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 University Health Lakewood Medical Center
How much does University Health Lakewood Medical Center cost?
University Health Lakewood Medical Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Kansas City, MO area typically runs $6,160–$8,010 per month (median $6,880, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is University Health Lakewood Medical Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates University Health Lakewood Medical Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at University Health Lakewood Medical Center?
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at University Health Lakewood Medical Center?
University Health Lakewood Medical Center has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does University Health Lakewood Medical Center have availability?
Typically 70% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does University Health Lakewood Medical Center offer?
University Health Lakewood Medical Center in Kansas City, MO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 188 beds.
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