Homestead Health Center
2133 S Elizabeth Street, Wichita, KS 67213 · (316) 262-4473
Non profit - Corporation · 45 certified beds
Homestead Health Center has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in May 2026, found 6 citations (the Kansas average is 9.5). It was fined 2 times in the last three years, $59,829 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on May 14, 2026 found 6 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.May 14, 2026 · F0801 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.May 14, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 14, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Keep all essential equipment working safely.May 14, 2026 · F0908 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.May 14, 2026 · F0692 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.May 14, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.January 4, 2024 · F0690 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.January 4, 2024 · F0726 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $37,375August 28, 2024
- Fine of $22,454January 4, 2024
- Medicare payment denial for 19 daysStarting September 26, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Kansas average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.69 | 4.07 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.51 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.97 | 0.65 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 3.21 | 2.70 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 46.4% | 48.1% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 45 |
| Average residents per day | 43.1 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Caritas Center, Inc Wichita · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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- Ascension Living Via Christi Village McLean Wichita · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Larksfield Place Wichita · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Mount St Mary Wichita · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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