Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Nursing Home · Wichita, KS

CMS overall rating 3/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number175274

Contact & location

1555 N Meridian Street
Wichita, KS 67203
Sedgwick County
Phone
(316) 942-8471
ZIP code
67203 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
106
Residents per day
98.9 (93% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Meridian Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Chain
Tutera Senior Living & Health Care (25 facilities, avg 2.0★)
Medicare certified since
February 16, 1994
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.1
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.5
Quality measures★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.29 (state 4.07 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.42 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.83 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.03 (state 2.70 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.91 (state 3.60 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
41.9 (state 48.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
12.5 (state 42.0 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
April 29, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
15.0 (state 9.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
2
Infection control citations
1
Citations on record (3 years)
47 health · 33 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-04-29 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 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 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 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-04-29 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-02-02 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-23
2024-08-05 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2024-07-23
2024-08-05 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2024-07-02
2024-08-05 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
F0742 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2024-07-23
2024-08-05 Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 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 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
F0949 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
F0923 · Environmental Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2024-08-05 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-03
2023-08-07 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2023-07-27
2022-12-13 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 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.
F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 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 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
F0868 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
F0565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22
2022-12-13 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-02-22

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

3 penalties in the last three years, including $46,483 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2024-08-05Fine$16,801
2024-08-05Fine$16,055
2024-08-05Fine$13,627

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Brooks, Kiley (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Gannon, Jeff (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
JCT Family Limited Partnership (organization)Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Tutera, Dominic (individual)Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Tutera, Hannah (individual)Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Tutera, Joseph (individual)Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Tutera, Laura (individual)Limited Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Brooks, Kiley (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Gannon, Jeff (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Tutera, Joseph (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Walnut Creek Management Company LLC (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center 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 Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center have?

It has 106 certified beds and cares for about 99 residents per day.

Has Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 3 penalties totaling $46,483 in the last three years.

Who owns Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

It is part of Tutera Senior Living & Health Care and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

(316) 942-8471. The facility is located at 1555 N Meridian Street, Wichita, KS 67203.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.