Kaw River Care and Rehab

About Kaw River Care and Rehab

Kaw River Care And Rehab, located in EDWARDSVILLE, KS, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Kaw River Care and Rehab

Key Performance Indicators

CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
Nursing Hours 3.66 hrs
Safety Record Issues

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the MISSION HEALTH COMMUNITIES network. This chain operates 33 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection

2.7

Staffing

2.7

Quality

3.0

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Below Average Staffing

Kaw River Care and Rehab provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.58 hrs/day

State: 0.71 US: 0.68

Case Mix Adj: 0.72

Quality Adj: 0.54

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.25 hrs/day

State: 1.37 US: 1.54

Case Mix Adj: 0.92

Quality Adj: 0.63

Certified Assistants

2.41 hrs/day

State: 2.68 US: 2.33

Case Mix Adj: 2.49

Quality Adj: 2.24

CMS Quality Ratings

Category	Rating	Stars
Overall Rating	1
Health Inspection	2
Quality Measures	1
Staffing	2

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle	Score	Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent)	100	May 07, 2025
Weighted Average	104	Combined Score

Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure	Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521)	N/A
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522)	N/A
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551)	N/A
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552)	N/A

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure	Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401)	33.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404)	8.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406)	1.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407)	1.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408)	5.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409)	0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410)	9.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415)	90.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430)	78.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434)	2.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451)	32.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452)	43.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454)	97.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472)	90.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479)	1.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480)	18.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481)	35.5%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

2024: 1 complaint
2025: 14 complaints
Total: 15 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date	Description
Jun 09, 2025	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jun 05, 2025	Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Jun 05, 2025	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.
Jun 05, 2025	Post nurse staffing information every day.
Jun 05, 2025	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Jun 05, 2025	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jun 05, 2025	Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Jun 05, 2025	Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Jun 05, 2025	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Jun 05, 2025	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Jun 05, 2025	Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Jun 05, 2025	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jun 05, 2025	Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Jun 05, 2025	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Dec 06, 2024	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

KANSAS CITY, MO

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

KAW RIVER OPERATOR, LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

MICHELLE BARNES W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
MICHELLE BARNES OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
KAW RIVER OPERATOR LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
STUART LINDEMAN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
MISSION HEALTH COMMUNITIES LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
TINA THOMAS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
JAMIE YOAKUM CORPORATE OFFICER
JAMIE YOAKUM OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

Local Comparison

Facility	Distance	Rating
Jeanne Jugan Center	N/A	5
Nottingham Health and Rehabilitation	N/A	5
Claridge Court	N/A	5
Sunterra Springs Independence	N/A	5
Tallgrass Creek, Inc	N/A	5
John Knox Village Care Center	N/A	4
Brookdale Overland Park	N/A	5
Evergreen Community of Johnson County	N/A	4
Wellsville Manor	N/A	4
Hillside Village of De Soto Rehabilitation and Nur	N/A	4

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Noted Deficiencies

Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.

Nursing Hours Analysis

Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kaw River Care and Rehab has a 1-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.66 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Kaw River Care and Rehab is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:

Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease

The facility has 45 certified beds.

Kaw River Care and Rehab accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:

Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
Room type (private vs. semi-private)
Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Kaw River Care and Rehab directly at 9134225832. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Kaw River Care and Rehab, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

Overall cleanliness and odors
Resident room conditions
Common area maintenance
Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

Staff-to-resident ratios
How staff interact with residents
Response time to resident needs
Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.