Southwest Medical Center SNF
Nursing Home · Liberal, KS
CMS certification number175163
Contact & location
315 W 15Th StreetLiberal, KS 67905
Seward County
- Phone
- (620) 629-6291
- ZIP code
- 67905 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 18
- Residents per day
- 2.8 (16% occupied)
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Legal name
- Southwest Medical Center
- Medicare certified since
- July 31, 1987
- Participates in
- Medicare
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- —
- Registered nurses (RN)
- —
- Licensed practical nurses
- —
- Nurse aides
- —
- Weekend total
- —
- Nursing staff turnover
- —
- RN turnover
- —
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- April 22, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 8.0 (state 9.5 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 0
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 15 health · 20 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-02 |
| 2026-04-22 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-22 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. F0851 · Administration Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2024-06-12 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. F0851 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. F0636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
| 2024-06-12 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-17 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Knudsen, Dennis (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Lara, Jose (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Love, Ivanhoe (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McKee, Tony (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Noblejas, Maria (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Sander, Dennis (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| West, John (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Williams, Amber (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cowan, Mark (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cain, Sandra (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cowan, Mark (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Moree, Keeley (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Williams, Amber (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Southwest Medical Center SNF?
Southwest Medical Center SNF has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Kansas.
How many beds does Southwest Medical Center SNF have?
It has 18 certified beds and cares for about 3 residents per day.
Has Southwest Medical Center SNF been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Southwest Medical Center SNF?
(620) 629-6291. The facility is located at 315 W 15Th Street, Liberal, KS 67905.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.