Russell, KS

Russell Regional Hospital Ltcu

1-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 12 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

200 S Main Street, Russell, KS

(785) 483-3131

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

1 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

1 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

23

Certified beds

Average residents

19

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2002-11-05

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.25

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.67

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

3.87

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.78

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

0%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.3%
91.8%
0.5 pts worse
93.4%
2.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.3%
4.4%
0.1 pts better
3.3%
1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.2%
5.6%
0.6 pts worse
11.4%
5.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.0%
5.0%
2 pts better
5.4%
2.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 29.4%
23.2%
6.2 pts worse
19.6%
9.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 35.6%
19.8%
15.8 pts worse
16.7%
18.9 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 21.1%
18.4%
2.7 pts worse
16.3%
4.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 19.0%
18.8%
0.2 pts worse
14.9%
4.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 15.6%
1.8%
13.8 pts worse
1.0%
14.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 7.4%
3.1%
4.3 pts worse
1.7%
5.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 24.3%
23.2%
1.1 pts worse
19.8%
4.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
4.6%
4.6 pts better
5.1%
5.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-09-16 · Fire 2025-09-16

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-01-17 · Fire 2024-01-17

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)

19 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-06-27 · Fire 2022-06-27

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2025-12-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2026-01-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

K111 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.

Corrected 2026-01-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-12-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-12-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Corrected 2026-01-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-12-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K347 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K926 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2024-03-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-03-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K354 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K908 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

Corrected 2022-09-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-09-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K131 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

Corrected 2022-09-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

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 2022-09-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2022-09-23

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

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 2025-10-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F868 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Corrected 2025-10-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-10-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F882 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F606 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

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 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

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 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-16

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 2025-10-29

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Corrected 2024-02-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Corrected 2024-02-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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 2024-02-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

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 2024-02-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F868 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Corrected 2024-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

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 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2024-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-17

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 2024-02-21

C · Minimal harm 2024-01-17

F577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Corrected 2024-02-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2022-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2022-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F659 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

Corrected 2022-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Corrected 2022-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

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 2022-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2022-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-06-27

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2022-08-14

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