The Wheatlands Health Care Center
750 W Washington St · Kingman, KS · 67068 · 6205325801
54 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.64 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.64 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.19 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 2024
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F January 19, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected January 26, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 19, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 26, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 9, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2021
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected July 9, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 17, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 9, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175521 · certified since July 1, 2011. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.