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Brighton Place West
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
331 SW Oakley Street
Topeka, KS 66606
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- Provider Category
- Nursing home
- Location
- Topeka, KS
- Record Period
- 2021–2025
- Source Documents
- 6
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The Essentials
Summary
Across 4 inspections from December 2021 to August 2025, state surveyors documented 20 findings at Brighton Place West; 20 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.
- Inspections
- 4
- 2021–2025, complaint and standard
- Findings
- 20
- Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
- Corrected
- 20
- Of 20 findings, with a recorded correction date
- Penalties
- 1
- 1 fine; payment not published
Findings by Year
- Findings
- Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.
| Year | Inspections | Findings | Of which, actual harm (level G or above) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What the Record Shows
- 20 of 20 findings have a recorded correction date.
- CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window: 1 fine of $10,933, its payment not published.
- 2 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- The latest standard inspection, October 17, 2024, recorded 4 findings (most serious: Level G).
Report at a Glance
- Facility
- Brighton Place West
- Address
- 331 SW Oakley Street, Topeka, KS 66606
- CMS Certification Number
- 175547
- Provider Type
- Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
- Certified Beds
- 50
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Record Window
- December 1, 2021 to October 1, 2026
Chronology
Inspection History
Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- 2025
Complaint investigation
1 finding
- F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Aug 29, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2024
Standard health inspection
4 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level GActual harmCorrected Nov 8, 2024
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 8, 2024
- F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 8, 2024
- F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 8, 2024
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $10,933 imposed August 27, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of October 17, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2023
Standard health inspection
12 findings
- F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 27, 2023
- F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Level CPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jun 27, 2023
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2021
Standard health inspection
3 findings
- F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 16, 2021
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 16, 2021
- F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 16, 2021
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.
Context
Patterns Worth Examining
A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.
- 1
Citation F576, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F576 in May 2023 and October 2024. The agency describes it this way: Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
21232425F576 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest - 2
Notice Before Transfer or Discharge, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F623 in May 2023 and October 2024. This citation covers notice to the resident, their representative and the ombudsman before a transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
21232425F623 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest - 3
Citation F756, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F756 in December 2021 and May 2023. The agency describes it this way: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
21232425F756 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
For Your Next Visit
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.
- 01
What changed after F576 was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation F576: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 02
When do you transfer or discharge a resident, and how much notice do families get?
Notice Before Transfer or Discharge: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 03
What changed after F756 was cited, and how do you check it now?
Citation F756: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.
- 04
How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?
Insufficient nursing staff was cited in May 2023.
- 05
What led to the 2025 fine, and has it been paid?
A $10,933 civil money penalty was imposed August 27, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.
The Evidence
Sources and Coverage
Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Kansas state survey agency.
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Kansas state survey agency
Inspection Dec 1, 2021 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Kansas state survey agency
Inspection May 15, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Kansas state survey agency
Inspection Oct 17, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Kansas state survey agency
Inspection Aug 28, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Penalties, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Provider Information, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 175547
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Coverage
Record windowDecember 1, 2021 – October 1, 2026
- CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before December 2021 are not in this release.
- CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.
What This Report Cannot Tell You
- Complaints not investigated onsite
- Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
- Complaint allegations
- CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
- Facility-reported incidents
- Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
- Follow-up visits
- CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
- Fire safety inspections
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
- Staffing levels and ownership history
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
- Whether fines were paid
- CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.
Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.
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