Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
VIA CHRISTI VILLAGE RIDGE
WICHITA, KS · 80 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey February 11, 2026
CMS Certification Number 175539 · first certified September 2013
Ownership
Operated by ASCENSION LIVING · Non profit - Corporation
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within KS
48 citations — more than 94% of the 296 certified nursing homes in KS. Compared within KS rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 14 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 17. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens October 2027 — about 12 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was February 2026. Facilities in KS are typically surveyed 20–22 months after the last one (median 21), measured over 298 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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5 inspection-and-testing tags have been cited here at more than one survey. Nationally, that pattern is common: about three quarters of cited facilities have at least one repeated tag, and half of the facilities ever cited for sprinkler inspection and testing are cited for it again. A repeat is usually a recordkeeping gap rather than a new hazard.
Emergency preparedness
12 of the 48 citations on file are Emergency Preparedness E-tags. E-tags are cited under 42 CFR §483.73 and concern the emergency plan, training, drills, communications and supplies. Nationally about half of certified facilities have at least one. The Emergency Preparedness Index
Physical environment (health survey)
6 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 48 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- F-0921 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in KS, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the KS figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 48 |
| Median facility in KS | 27 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2022 | 24 |
| April 4, 2024 | 10 |
| February 11, 2026 | 14 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 3 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 3 | 2026-02-11 |
| E-0030 | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | 2 | 2024-04-04 |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | 2 | 2024-04-04 |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 15
- Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 12
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 8
- Egress Deficiencies 5
- Other 8
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 15 |
| Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | 12 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 8 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 5 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 5 |
| Construction Deficiencies | 2 |
| Services Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
February 11, 2026 — 14 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0131 | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0342 | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 8, 2026) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0912 | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 31, 2026) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 18, 2026) |
| K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 31, 2026) |
April 4, 2024 — 10 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0030 | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024) |
| E-0031 | Provide emergency officials' contact information. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024) |
| E-0035 | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024) |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 10, 2024) |
| K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 2, 2024) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 14, 2024) |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 10, 2024) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 10, 2024) |
| K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 10, 2024) |
April 11, 2022 — 24 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0006 | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0020 | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0022 | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0024 | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0026 | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0030 | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0039 | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| E-0041 | Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0222 | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0346 | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0354 | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0753 | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 7, 2022) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.