PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

4851 HARVARD ROAD, LAWRENCE, Kansas 66049

Phone: (785) 749-2000

1/5Much Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 1/5 stars — "Much Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 4.6 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 0.80 hours per resident per day.
Has received 1 fine totaling $14,901 — review the penalties section for details.
51 deficiencies recorded, including 1 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Much Below Average

Health Inspection

Much Below Average

Staffing

Above Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	4.56
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.80
Staff Turnover Rate	56.8%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$14,901

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	76
Average Residents/Day	61.2
Ownership Type	For profit - Partnership
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	Yes
Resident & Family Council	Both
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	175445

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY?

PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Much Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY have?

PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is a medium-sized facility with 76 certified beds and an average of 61.2 residents per day. It is located in LAWRENCE, Kansas.

What is the staffing level at PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY?

PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY provides 4.56 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.80 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 56.8%.

Has PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY received any fines or penalties?

Yes, PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY has received 1 fine totaling $14,901 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 51 recorded deficiencies, including 1 severe.

What type of ownership is PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY?

PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is classified as "For profit - Partnership" by CMS. It is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC).

Is PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Medicare or Medicaid certified?

PIONEER RIDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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