Diversicare of Sedgwick
712 N Monroe Avenue, Box 49 · Sedgwick, KS · 67135 · 3167725185
62 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Diversicare Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$51,670 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.87 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
76% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.87 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.70 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 76% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $51,670 |
Inspection citations (32 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected September 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected June 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 19, 2023
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.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 19, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023
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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 19, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 19, 2023
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F July 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 25, 2023 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G January 11, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | Fine | $51,670 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175254 · certified since July 1, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.