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Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation, Kansas City, KS: 3 star rating, fined $84,023 across 2 fines and had 1 payment denial

Riverbend Post Acute Rehabilitation in Kansas City, KS is owned by Gateway Healthcare LLC, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $84,023 across 2 fines and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 44 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on May 7, 2026, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
7850 Freeman Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66112
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
131
Residents per day
126 on average
Ownership type
For profit, corporation
Legal business name
Big Blue Healthcare LLC
Chain
The Ensign Group, 347 facilities
Fines
$84,023 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
44, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
May 7, 2026
CMS Certification Number
175298
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
May 21, 2025Fine$19,503Not listeddata.cms.gov
May 21, 2025Payment denialNot listedJune 11, 202512data.cms.gov
June 4, 2024Fine$64,520Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
May 7, 2026F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
May 7, 2026F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 12, 2026data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
November 19, 2025F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 19, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 23, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
June 4, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedJuly 1, 2024data.cms.gov
March 11, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 8, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 10 individual or personal trusts (7 managers, 1 officers, directors or trustees, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Gateway Healthcare LLCDirect ownerNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov
The Ensign Group IncIndirect ownerNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov
Pel Vip Medical StaffingOperational or managerial controlNot listedJuly 1, 2016data.cms.gov
Ensign Services, Inc.Additional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov
Little Blue Health Holdings LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov
Standard Bearer Healthcare OP, LPAdditional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov
The Ensign Group IncAdditional disclosable partyNot listedMarch 9, 2016data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.