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University Health Lakewood Medical Center

7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City, MO 64139

3 out of 5 in Medicare’s overall rating

Summary

University Health Lakewood Medical Center is a nursing home in Kansas City, Missouri, in Jackson County. According to Medicare (CMS), it has 188 certified beds and it cares for an average of 130 residents a day. It has been certified by Medicare and Medicaid since 2013. It is a nonprofit home. It reported to Medicare that it has a unit for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias (18 beds) and on-site dialysis. Residents’ families have an organized family council, a good way to learn what life is like there. The closest hospital with an emergency room is University Health Lakewood Medical Center, about 0.9 miles away in a straight line.

What it offers

Alzheimer's and dementia unit or beds
Yes, 18 beds
On-site dialysis
Yes, 6 beds
Resident council
Yes, residents have an organized council
Family council
Yes, families have an organized council
Located inside a hospital
Yes
Residents counted on a certification survey date
131 (112 on Medicaid and 3 on Medicare), on November 14, 2023
Owner (organization)
Truman Medical Center Incorporated (100%)

Public data from CMS — Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Form 671), 2nd quarter of 2026, CMS — Nursing Homes: Provider Information, CMS — Ownership, September 30, 2026. Confirm the details when you call.

Medicare ratings

Medicare (CMS) rates certified nursing homes from 1 to 5 stars. University Health Lakewood Medical Center has 3 out of 5 in the overall rating.

Overall
3/5
Health inspections
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality measures
2/5
Long-stay residents
2/5
Short-stay residents (rehab)
Not rated

Star ratings are a useful reference, not a final verdict: it’s best to visit, meet the staff and ask your questions. Source: CMS, September 1, 2026.

Key facts

Certified beds188
Residents per day (average)130
Nursing hours per resident per day4.1
Ownership
Nonprofit (corporation)
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident or family council
Resident and family councils
Certified since
June 26, 2013
CMS certification number (CCN)
265845

What certification means. A certified nursing home meets the federal requirements of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to receive payments from Medicare, as a skilled nursing facility, or from Medicaid, as a nursing facility. Federal rules require it to have enough nursing staff 24 hours a day, and the state agency inspects it without advance notice. Medicare covers only short stays for skilled care (nursing or therapy), usually after an inpatient hospital stay of at least 3 days, for up to 100 days per benefit period. For long stays, ask whether your family member qualifies for Medicaid.

Source: CMS — Nursing Homes (certification); 42 CFR §483.35 (text via LII/Cornell); Medicare.gov — Skilled nursing facility care.

Services and features

University Health Lakewood Medical Center hasn’t shared information about its services, prices, languages or availability yet. When you call, ask who they serve, what the rate includes, whether any staff speak Spanish and whether they have an opening now. Use our checklist.

Questions to ask when you call

Marisol’s tip: a ten-minute call clears up a lot. Keep these questions handy and write down the answers so you can compare with other places.

  1. Do you have a bed available now, and for what kind of stay: rehab after the hospital or long-term care?
  2. Do you accept Medicaid from admission, or only after a period of private pay? Do you take my relative’s Medicare plan?
  3. Is there staff who speaks Spanish on every shift, including nights?
  4. What therapies do you offer (physical, occupational, speech), and how many days a week?
  5. How do you keep the family informed, and when is the care plan meeting?
  6. What are the visiting hours, and can several family members visit at once?

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Location and what’s nearby

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Address
7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City, MO 64139Jackson County
Closest hospital with an emergency room
University Health Lakewood Medical Center7900 Lee's Summit Rd, Kansas City · 0.9 miles in a straight line · source: CMS Hospital General Information

Ask which hospital they send residents to and who goes with them.

Medicare inspections

Like every certified nursing home, University Health Lakewood Medical Center gets regular inspections that the state carries out on Medicare’s behalf. We show you the public summary so you have the full picture. Each place can tell you how it works and what improvements it has made: it’s a good conversation to have during your visit.

Last standard inspection
August 22, 2025 · 6 deficiencies cited
Fines (last 3 years)
1 · $14,901

See the full reports on Medicare Care Compare. Source: CMS, September 1, 2026. Do you run this nursing home? Add your information so families can learn about your work.

Who to call in Missouri

Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Department of Health and Senior Services). A free, confidential service that advises residents and families of nursing homes and assisted living and helps resolve concerns with the facility.(800) 309-3282 · Official website
Free Medicare counseling (SHIP)
Missouri SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program; formerly Missouri CLAIM). They explain what Medicare covers and how to compare plans, without selling insurance.(800) 390-3330 · Official website
Medicaid (MO HealthNet)
Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) – Family Support Division. Long-term care programs: Aged and Disabled Waiver, Supplemental Nursing Care.(855) 373-9994 · Official website
Licensing and inspections
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) – Long Term Care Regulation.Look up a license
Services for older adults
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services – Division of Senior and Disability Services and the 10 Area Agencies on Aging.Official website
Eldercare Locator (nationwide)
A free national line that connects you with your local Area Agency on Aging.(800) 677-1116 · Official website

Contact information checked against official sources on October 15, 2026. These are free public services; hogaresparamayores.com is not affiliated with them.

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Frequently asked questions

Does University Health Lakewood Medical Center accept Medicaid?
It is certified by Medicaid, according to CMS. That doesn’t guarantee an open Medicaid bed: ask when you call (816) 404-7000.
Where is University Health Lakewood Medical Center located?
At 7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City, MO 64139 (Jackson County).
What is University Health Lakewood Medical Center’s Medicare rating?
3 out of 5 stars in CMS’s overall rating, 3 for health inspections and 4 for staffing.
What hospital is near University Health Lakewood Medical Center?
The closest hospital with emergency services, according to CMS, is University Health Lakewood Medical Center, 0.9 miles away in a straight line.
How much does University Health Lakewood Medical Center cost?
The facility hasn’t shared its prices with us. Cost depends on the type of room and the care needed. See typical costs.

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