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Wheatridge Park Care Center
1501 S Holly Dr, Liberal, KS 67901
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Wheatridge Park Care Center is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Liberal, Kansas, certified for 51 beds and caring for about 41 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Kansas median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 4 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (24, 8, 2 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 66.7 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 44.4.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $159K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day (0.8 RN), close to the Kansas median of 3.9; nursing staff turnover is 52.3%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Seward Co. median | Kansas median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 34 | 34 | 24 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 66.7 | 83.3 | 44.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.8 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 52.3% | 52.3% | 47.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $158,640 | $94,784 | $7,960 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 in the county, 296 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Kansas average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 16 Sep 2024, 27 Oct 2022.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×2 D ×14 E ×8 F ×7 C ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0761 | 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. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Standard survey | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | F | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0625 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Standard survey | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0567 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 16 Sep 2024 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Complaint investigation | 7 Oct 2024 |
| 4 Jan 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 4 Jan 2024 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 27 Oct 2022 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Standard survey | 7 Dec 2022 |
| 4 May 2021 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2021 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 2024 | Fine | $27,573 | |
| 4 Jan 2024 | Fine | $131,067 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Kansas average. Turnover: nursing staff 52.3%, RNs 44.4%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Kansas median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 23.9% | 17.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 3.6% | 2.0% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.9% | 3.7% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 29.8% | 15.5% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.3% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 6.9% | 15.4% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Liberal Snf Op Co Llc. Chain: Frontline Management (9 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal SNF Holdco LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/23/2015 |
| Bhcp Liberal Sponsor LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/23/2015 |
| Davis Square Holdings LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 12/19/2018 |
| Fmi-Liberal LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/23/2015 |
| Newport Real Estate Capital LLC | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/27/2018 |
| Frontier Management Inc | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| Finanical Management Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| Frontier Management Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2025 |
| Frontline Mds Exchange LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| Key Rehabilitation Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2024 |
| Lippold & Holland LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/25/2020 |
| Openwork Health LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2022 |
| Pinnacle Pharmacy Group Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Seward County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Medical Center SNF | Liberal | 18 | 3 | 3 | — | 15 | 83.3 | — | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Good Samaritan-Liberal | Liberal | 45 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 39 | 86.7 | $95K | 24 Jun 2026 |
All 3 facilities in Seward County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Wheatridge Park Care Center been cited for?
34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Kansas median is 24 per facility.
Has Wheatridge Park Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $159K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Wheatridge Park Care Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day against a Kansas median of 3.9 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Wheatridge Park Care Center?
It is part of the Frontline Management chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Liberal SNF Holdco LLC, Bhcp Liberal Sponsor LLC and Davis Square Holdings LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Wheatridge Park Care Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 16 Sep 2024; the most recent standard health survey was 16 Sep 2024.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.