Quick answers
- Where is Schowalter Villa?
- 200 W Cedar, Hesston, KS 67062, in Harvey County, Kansas.
- What is the phone number of Schowalter Villa?
- (620) 327-0400, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Schowalter Villa?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Schowalter Villa been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Schowalter Villa.
- What did inspectors find at Schowalter Villa?
- In its last three inspection cycles (July 20, 2021 to November 7, 2024), Medicare lists 6 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (July 20, 2021 to November 7, 2024), Schowalter Villa had 6 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.14 hours per resident per day; the Kansas average is 4.13 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: November 7, 2024 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 7, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0679 Level E
“Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.”
F0758 Level E
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0849 Level D
“Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
Previous cycle: January 11, 2023 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 11, 2023 (standard health inspection); November 7, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Earlier cycle: July 20, 2021 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 20, 2021 (standard health inspection).
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (34)
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0007 Level F
“Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.”
K0222 Level F
“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.”
K0325 Level F
“Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0920 Level F
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0222 Level F
“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.”
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0511 Level E
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0015 Level F
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0341 Level F
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0346 Level F
“Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0354 Level F
“Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0920 Level F
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0161 Level E
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0222 Level E
“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.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0781 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Kansas | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.83 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.64 | 0.66 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.67 | 2.74 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.14 | 4.13 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.64 | 3.62 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.42 | 0.51 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 25.4% | 48.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 25.0% | 42.6% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Mennonite Board of Missions and Charities of Kansas Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (8)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epp Deckert, Verda | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 25, 2019 |
| Fast, Gerhard | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2024 |
| Flaming, Ronald | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | April 1, 2019 |
| Gaeddert, Greg | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | May 31, 2026 |
| Goering, Ryan | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | July 23, 2010 |
| Krehbiel, James | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | September 1, 1999 |
| Schrag, Jerol | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | June 30, 2014 |
| Bluestem Communities Management Inc. | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 1, 2013 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 105 |
| Average residents per day | 96.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Mennonite Board of Missions and Charities of Kansas Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1996-10-01 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 200 W Cedar, Hesston, KS 67062 |
| County | Harvey County |
| State | Kansas |
| Phone | (620) 327‑0400 |
| CMS Certification Number | 175386 |
| Name in Medicare records | SCHOWALTER VILLA |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Bethel Health Care Center5.8 mi · North Newton, KS · 5 of 5 stars
- Pine Village6.2 mi · Moundridge, KS · 3 of 5 stars
- Moundridge Manor7.1 mi · Moundridge, KS · 5 of 5 stars
- Newton Presbyterian Manor8.0 mi · Newton, KS · 3 of 5 stars
- Kansas Christian Home8.3 mi · Newton, KS · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Mercy Hospital, Inc6.9 mi · Moundridge, KS · Rural Emergency Hospital
- NMC Health9.2 mi · Newton, KS · Acute Care Hospital
- Hillsboro Community Hospital21 mi · Hillsboro, KS · Critical Access Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13