SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER SNF

Southwest Medical Center SNF is a skilled nursing facility located at 315 W 15th Street in Liberal, Kansas (ZIP: 67905), within Seward County. The facility operates under government ownership at the county level and holds Medicare certification. It is a smaller facility, with 18 certified beds currently in active operation. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities across several categories. Southwest Medical Center SNF holds an overall CMS rating of 2 stars, which falls below the national average of 3 stars. The health inspection rating for this facility is 3 stars, placing it in line with the national average in that category. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that are below those seen at most comparable facilities nationally. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, meaning the facility performs above the national average on clinical quality metrics tracked by CMS. These individual ratings contribute to the overall composite score and are each derived from distinct data sources, including onsite inspections, staffing records, and resident assessment data. Regarding payment and insurance, Southwest Medical Center SNF accepts Medicare as a form of payment, consistent with its Medicare-certified status. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly at (620) 929-6291 to inquire about the full range of accepted payment methods, including Medicaid eligibility, private pay options, and any applicable insurance coverage. Payment options can vary based on individual circumstances and current facility policy. When placed in the context of national benchmarks, Southwest Medical Center SNF presents a mixed profile across its rated categories. The overall 2-star rating is below the national average of 3 stars, and the 1-star staffing rating reflects notable differences from staffing levels seen at many facilities across the country. However, the facility's 4-star quality measure rating indicates that outcomes tracked through resident assessments are above average at the national level. The health inspection rating of 3 stars aligns with the national baseline. As a county-government-operated facility with a relatively small bed count of 18, Southwest Medical Center SNF serves a specific role within the Liberal, Kansas community. This data is sourced from CMS reporting and reflects conditions at the time of the most recent survey cycle.