11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Sabetha, KS
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $43,403 in total fines with 11 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
511 Paramount Street, Sabetha, KS
(785) 284-3471
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
76
Certified beds
Average residents
57
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-07-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.80
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.72 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
1.02
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.67 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
1.99
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.69 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.81
All reported nurse hours · state 4.07 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.82
RN + LPN hours · state 1.38 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.42
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.58 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.42
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.00
Reported PT staffing
Adjusted RN hours
1.00
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.81
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.08
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
18%
Annual RN turnover · state 46% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
42%
Annual nurse turnover · state 50% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Program rank
1,732
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
54.38
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
1.0092
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
Readmission
Not reported
This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.
Healthcare-associated infections
6.11
Baseline 7.12% · Performance 6.01% · Measure score 6.11 · Achievement 6.11 · Improvement 4.73
Total nurse turnover
6.72
Baseline 39.39% · Performance 36.21% · Measure score 6.72 · Achievement 6.72 · Improvement 1.69
Adjusted total nurse staffing
3.49
Baseline 4.17 hours · Performance 4.07 hours · Measure score 3.49 · Achievement 3.49 · Improvement 0
SNF QRP
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 9.41% |
10.72%
1.3 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 61 · Observed rate 3.28% · Lower 95% interval 5.85% |
| Discharge to community | 36.17% |
50.57%
14.4 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 57 · Observed rate 28.07% · Lower 95% interval 26.85% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.94 |
1.02
0.1 pts better
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 100% |
95.27%
4.7 pts better
|
Numerator 31 · Denominator 31 |
| Falls with major injury | 0% |
0.77%
0.8 pts better
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 31 |
| Discharge self-care score | 32.14% |
53.69%
21.5 pts worse
|
Numerator 9 · Denominator 28 |
| Discharge mobility score | 25% |
50.94%
25.9 pts worse
|
Numerator 7 · Denominator 28 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 0% |
2.29%
2.3 pts better
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 31 · Adjusted rate 0% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 6.01% |
7.12%
1.1 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 38 · Observed rate 0% · Lower 95% interval 3.64% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 1.75% |
8.2%
6.4 pts worse
|
Numerator 3 · Denominator 171 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 36.63% |
42%
5.4 pts worse
|
Numerator 74 · Denominator 202 |
| Discharge function score | 53.57% |
56.45%
2.9 pts worse
|
Numerator 15 · Denominator 28 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 3 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | Not Available |
96.28%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 11 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | Not Available |
25.2%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 13 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.8 |
1.8
1 pts better
|
1.9
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.8 · Observed 0.6 · Expected 1.6 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.3 |
2.2
0.9 pts better
|
1.8
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.3 · Observed 1.1 · Expected 1.4 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.6% |
91.8%
2.8 pts better
|
93.4%
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 88.5% · Q2 92.9% · Q3 98.1% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 94.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.5% |
4.4%
0.1 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.9% · Q2 5.4% · Q3 3.8% · Q4 3.8% · 4Q avg 4.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 6.3% |
5.6%
0.7 pts worse
|
11.4%
5.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.8% · Q2 5.8% · Q3 6.0% · Q4 12.2% · 4Q avg 6.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.3% |
5.0%
2.7 pts better
|
5.4%
3.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.8% · Q3 3.9% · Q4 3.8% · 4Q avg 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.9% |
23.2%
11.3 pts better
|
19.6%
7.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 15.3% · Q2 10.9% · Q3 9.8% · Q4 11.3% · 4Q avg 11.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 21.7% |
19.8%
1.9 pts worse
|
16.7%
5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 21.3% · Q2 21.7% · Q3 20.9% · Q4 22.9% · 4Q avg 21.7% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 16.9% |
18.4%
1.5 pts better
|
16.3%
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 15.4% · Q2 21.0% · Q3 12.3% · Q4 18.9% · 4Q avg 16.9% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 21.7% |
18.8%
2.9 pts worse
|
14.9%
6.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 24.1% · Q2 30.8% · Q3 14.9% · Q4 16.0% · 4Q avg 21.7% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.8%
1.8 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.2% |
3.1%
0.1 pts worse
|
1.7%
1.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.7% · Q2 7.1% · Q3 3.8% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 3.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 25.3% |
23.2%
2.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
5.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 29.0% · Q2 25.9% · Q3 22.2% · Q4 23.5% · 4Q avg 25.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.4% |
4.6%
3.2 pts better
|
5.1%
3.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.1% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 78.0% |
75.6%
2.4 pts better
|
81.7%
3.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 78.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 6.5% |
2.2%
4.3 pts worse
|
1.6%
4.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 6.5% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2025-01-31
Fire Safety
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.
Corrected 2025-01-31
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-01-22
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-01-31
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-02-06
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-01-31
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-02-13
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-01-31
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
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.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-06-06
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-01-12
Inspection history
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2025-02-01
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-05-30
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2023-08-24
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2023-07-26
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2021-12-16
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-12-16
Health
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2021-12-16
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-12-16
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $13,397
Fine
Fine · fine $30,006
Fine
Payment Denial · denial start 2023-07-26 · 29 days
29 day denial
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Corporate Officer · Individual
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