Meridian Rehabilitation And Health Care Center
MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS — inspection on April 29, 2026.
Found 14 citations. Severity: Standard violations.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.
Inspection Findings
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0550 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0553 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0558 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0636 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0641 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0655 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0677 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0686 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0757 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0814 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Scope/Severity Level C: pattern, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.
Federal health inspectors cited MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER in WICHITA, KS for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0921 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-29.
Category: Environmental Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Scope/Severity Level C: pattern, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of MERIDIAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE CENTER.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.