Seneca, KS

Life Care Center of Seneca

4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 5 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

512 Community Drive, Seneca, KS

(785) 336-3528

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Overall

4 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

60

Certified beds

Average residents

38

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Life Care Centers Of America

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2000-06-27

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.71

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.77

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.33

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.40

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

16%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.5
1.8
0.7 pts worse
1.9
0.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.1
2.2
0.9 pts worse
1.8
1.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
91.8%
7.6 pts better
93.4%
6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.7%
95.5%
2.2 pts better
95.5%
2.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.1%
4.4%
2.7 pts worse
3.3%
3.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.9%
5.6%
2.7 pts better
11.4%
8.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.4%
5.0%
0.4 pts worse
5.4%
About the same
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 12.5%
23.2%
10.7 pts better
19.6%
7.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.9%
19.8%
8.9 pts better
16.7%
5.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.6%
0.0%
0.6 pts worse
0.1%
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 3.2%
18.4%
15.2 pts better
16.3%
13.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
18.8%
11 pts better
14.9%
7.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.8%
1.8 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
3.1%
3.1 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 25.6%
23.2%
2.4 pts worse
19.8%
5.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.1%
4.6%
2.5 pts better
5.1%
3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.0%
75.6%
19.4 pts better
81.7%
13.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 10.9%
11.7%
0.8 pts better
12.0%
1.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.0%
2.2%
0.2 pts better
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.0%
73.5%
22.5 pts better
79.7%
16.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 17.3%
23.0%
5.7 pts better
23.9%
6.6 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-04-30 · Fire 2025-04-30

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Administration (1 deficiency)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-08-23 · Fire 2023-08-23

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-12-02 · Fire 2021-12-02

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-06-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K100 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet other general requirements.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-12-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K900 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.

Corrected 2023-12-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-12-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-02-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-02-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2022-02-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-02-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-01-10

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

F851 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Corrected 2025-05-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-30

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2023-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-23

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-28

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-08-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2022-01-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2022-01-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2022-01-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2022-01-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-02

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2022-01-07

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Life Care Centers Of America, Inc.

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

98% 194 facilities 1985-12-23
Preston, Forrest

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

98% 188 facilities 1985-12-23
Cross, Cindy

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 181 facilities 1994-04-21
Duryea, Lesa

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-10-25
Eklund, Amber

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 11 facilities 2024-08-16
Fletcher, Todd

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 141 facilities 2021-05-01
Henry, Terry

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 140 facilities 1999-08-16
Knowles, Sara

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-10-14
Lay, Lisa

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 141 facilities 2017-04-24
Life Care Centers Of America, Inc.

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 194 facilities 2006-01-01
Preston, Aubrey

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 135 facilities 2024-11-27
Preston, Forrest

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 188 facilities 1986-01-01
Seneca Operations, LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 1986-01-01
Snyder, Jarod

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2021-01-27
Swanker, Richard

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 143 facilities 2022-01-01
Thurmond, Joan

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 191 facilities 2000-09-22
Ziegler, James

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 140 facilities 2001-09-18

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