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Kearny County Hospital Ltcu, Lakin, KS: 1 star rating, fined $60,125 across 7 fines

Kearny County Hospital Ltcu in Lakin, KS is run by Legal Business Name Not Available, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $60,125 across 7 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 33 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on October 24, 2024, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
607 Court Pl, Lakin, KS 67860
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
40
Residents per day
18 on average
Ownership type
Government, County
Legal business name
Legal Business Name Not Available
Special focus
Special focus candidate
Fines
$60,125 across 7 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
33, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
October 24, 2024
CMS Certification Number
17E531
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
February 20, 2024Fine$4,893Not listeddata.cms.gov
February 12, 2024Fine$4,893Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 22, 2024Fine$14,679Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 8, 2024Fine$4,893Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 2, 2024Fine$4,545Not listeddata.cms.gov
December 11, 2023Fine$13,635Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 6, 2023Fine$12,587Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
October 24, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F758Implement 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F732Post nurse staffing information every day.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F727Have 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F625Notify 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov
October 24, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 6, 2024data.cms.gov

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