About University Health Lakewood Medical Center
University Health Lakewood Medical Center, located in KANSAS CITY, MO, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. It is located within a hospital setting.
Why Families Choose University Health Lakewood Medical Center
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #23 out of 101 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.03 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.03 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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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).
Above Average Staffing
University Health Lakewood Medical Center provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 48 | Aug 22, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 52 | Combined Score |
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) | 10.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 8.8% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.6% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.5% |
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) | 27.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 4.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 94.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 83.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 8.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 18.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 30.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 95.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 23.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 25.0% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 4 complaints
- 2025: 2 complaints
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 8 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2025 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. |
| Apr 08, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. |
| Apr 08, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Nov 02, 2023 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER INCORPORATED
Ownership Structure
- TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER INCORPORATED Direct: 100%
Management & Direction
- MAULI AGRAWAL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LAUREN ARTHUR CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KIMBERLY BEATTY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- WILL BLOCK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOLIE CHANCE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JOLIE CHANCE ADP OF THE SNF
- VALERIE CHOW CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- AKIN CIL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL COLLINS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PAT CONTRERAS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARGARET GIBSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEVE HAWN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- A.J. HERMANN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JAY HOWARD CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BENJAMIN JONES CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOLIE JUSTUS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOLIE JUSTUS CORPORATE OFFICER
- KAMANI LANKACHANDRA CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TRACEY LEWIS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MADELEINE MCDONOUGH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CLYDE MCQUEEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BONNAYE MIMS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TROY NASH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ALEXANDER NORBASH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JON OTTO CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LAURA PECKCHAM OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ERICA PEEPLES-JONES ADP OF THE SNF
- ERICA PEEPLES-JONES OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MELISSA ROBINSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BETH ROSEMERGEY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JIGNESH SHAH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHARLES SHIELDS CORPORATE OFFICER
- LAURA SHOCKLEY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LAURA SHOCKLEY ADP OF THE SNF
- MICHAEL SHORT CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARK STEELE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER INCORPORATED ADP OF THE SNF
- EILEEN WEIR CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
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 |
| Hoeger House | N/A | 5 |
| Linden Woods Village | N/A | 5 |
| Aberdeen Village | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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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
- 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
- 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 University Health Lakewood Medical Center directly at 8164047000. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
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.