Colby, KS

Colby Operator, LLC

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $40,381 in total fines with 5 recent health deficiencies with 9 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

105 East College Drive, Colby, KS

(785) 462-6721

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

40

Certified beds

Average residents

33

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Mission Health Communities

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1991-04-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.61

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.81

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.51

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.37

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

91%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

72%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.3
1.8
0.5 pts worse
1.9
0.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 4.9
2.2
2.7 pts worse
1.8
3.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.5%
91.8%
2.7 pts better
93.4%
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.1%
95.5%
1.6 pts better
95.5%
1.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.7%
4.4%
0.3 pts worse
3.3%
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.9%
5.6%
4.7 pts better
11.4%
10.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.2%
5.0%
0.2 pts worse
5.4%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 29.8%
23.2%
6.6 pts worse
19.6%
10.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 26.6%
19.8%
6.8 pts worse
16.7%
9.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
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
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 22.7%
18.4%
4.3 pts worse
16.3%
6.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.4%
18.8%
0.4 pts better
14.9%
3.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 2.5%
1.8%
0.7 pts worse
1.0%
1.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.0%
3.1%
1.9 pts worse
1.7%
3.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 26.1%
23.2%
2.9 pts worse
19.8%
6.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 7.7%
4.6%
3.1 pts worse
5.1%
2.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 60.0%
75.6%
15.6 pts worse
81.7%
21.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 5.0%
11.7%
6.7 pts better
12.0%
7 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
2.2%
2.2 pts better
1.6%
1.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 14.5%
23.0%
8.5 pts better
23.9%
9.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-06-11 · Fire 2025-06-11

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (1 deficiency)

9 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-09-28 · Fire 2023-09-28

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

13 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-05-12 · Fire 2022-05-12

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

15 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

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 2025-08-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-08-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-08-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-12-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-12-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

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 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K362 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-12-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-12-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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 2023-12-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2023-12-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2023-12-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

E1 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2022-06-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K901 · Electrical Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

Corrected 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

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 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2022-06-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-06-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-06-17

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

F729 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.

Corrected 2025-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2025-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2025-07-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-11

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2025-07-25

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-08-12

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2024-09-11

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-11-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F851 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Corrected 2023-11-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-11-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F925 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2023-11-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F661 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-28

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2023-11-03

C · Minimal harm 2023-09-28

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-29

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-04-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2022-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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 2022-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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 2022-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2022-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2022-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-05-12

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2022-06-13

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$40,381 2024-08-12

Fine

Fine · fine $40,381

Fine

$0 2024-08-12

Payment Denial

Payment Denial · denial start 2024-09-10 · 1 days

1 day denial

Ownership

Kansas Operator LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 11 facilities 2015-02-25
Barres, LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 40 facilities 2015-02-26
Crino, Bryan

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 25 facilities 2015-02-26
Feuer, Scott

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 25 facilities 2015-02-26
Lindeman, Stuart

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 40 facilities 2015-02-26
Lindeman, Stuart

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 40 facilities 2015-02-26
Mission Health Communities, LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 28 facilities 2015-02-26
Passero, Joseph

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 24 facilities 2015-02-26
T And C Capital Assets, LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 39 facilities 2015-02-26
Windward Health Partners LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 40 facilities 2015-02-26
Yoakum, Jamie

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 36 facilities 2024-01-16
Yoakum, Jamie

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 36 facilities 2024-01-16

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