nursing home in Junction City, KS
Tallgrass Healthcare Campus
1417 W Ash St, Junction City, KS 66441 · (785) 762-2162
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Tallgrass Healthcare Campus at a glance
Tallgrass Healthcare Campus is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Junction City, Kansas (Geary County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 6, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,995.
Nursing staff turnover is 49.3% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1981
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Geary County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175126
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.60 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.63 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.11 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 49.3% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 42% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 134.8 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,995 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 70 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.1% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.5% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.3% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.5% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.5% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.3% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.9% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11.7% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.5% | 22.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 73.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 76.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2026 |
| November 13, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 14, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | 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. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2025 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| November 20, 2023 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 29, 2023 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 16, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $13,995 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 13, 2025 | Fine | $13,995 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKS, PHILIP Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 40% | 11/01/2007 |
| WARREN, BRIAN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 60% | 11/01/2007 |
| BROOKS, PHILIP Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| SHANDY, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| WARREN, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| BROOKS, PHILIP Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| WARREN, BRIAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tallgrass Healthcare Campus's rating?
Tallgrass Healthcare Campus has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Tallgrass Healthcare Campus receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Tallgrass Healthcare Campus accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Tallgrass Healthcare Campus?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Tallgrass Healthcare Campus and how do I contact it?
Tallgrass Healthcare Campus is at 1417 W Ash St, Junction City, KS 66441. Phone: (785) 762-2162.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.