Nursing Homes in Prairie Village, Kansas
Prairie Village has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 90 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.5 stars, which is above Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.61 vs state
Total Beds
90
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
52 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Prairie Village
Claridge Court
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Claridge Court
★★★★★ · 68/100 · 45 beds
The Village At Mission
★★★★★ · 46/100 · 45 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Prairie Village
When it comes to nursing home care in Prairie Village, KS, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Brookdale Overland Park, which boasts a respectable average rating of 3.5 stars. However, the limited options in this market mean that while you can find some decent facilities, the choices are far from ideal. This area has one recommended facility, but overall, the options are constrained and families may want to look at nearby cities for better alternatives.
Consider visiting Brookdale Overland Park for its well-staffed environment, which can significantly enhance the quality of care your loved one receives. Although it’s not a perfect facility, its staffing levels are a strong point. Unfortunately, the only other nursing home in the area, The Village at Mission, falls short of recommendations due to concerns about its overall quality and care standards. Given the limited options, looking into facilities in nearby Johnson County towns may yield better results.
Families should definitely skip The Village at Mission, which has received a Grade D rating, signaling serious concerns about care quality. While there are currently no facilities with major red flags, this facility's overall performance raises alarms. When visiting any nursing home, make sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and observe the interactions between staff and residents—this can reveal a lot about the quality of care your loved one will receive.
Prairie Village at a Glance
Good News
- • Prairie Village rates better than most Kansas cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Prairie Village is stable
Questions Prairie Village Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Prairie Village avg is 0.86 hrs (52 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 2 Prairie Village facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Prairie Village, Kansas
Prairie Village, Kansas's Johnson County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 90 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Prairie Village vs. Kansas: Above Average Quality
Prairie Village nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.50 stars exceeds Kansas's statewide average of 2.89 stars by 0.6 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 2 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Prairie Village families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Prairie Village, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Prairie Village
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Prairie Village facilities average 0.86 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Prairie Village resident receives approximately 52 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Prairie Village facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Prairie Village has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 2 of 2 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Kansas cities for additional options. The following Kansas cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Wichita — 22 facilities
- Topeka — 14 facilities
- Overland Park — 13 facilities
- Olathe — 9 facilities
- Salina — 6 facilities
- Kansas City — 6 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Prairie Village, Kansas?
Prairie Village has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 90 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.5 stars, which is above Kansas's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Prairie Village?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Prairie Village include:
- • Claridge Court — Grade C+, 68/100 Trust Score
- • The Village At Mission — Grade D, 46/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Prairie Village nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Prairie Village as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Prairie Village Nursing Homes
Prairie Village offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.