nursing home in Dodge City, KS
Sunporch of Dodge City
501 W Beeson Road, Dodge City, KS 67801 · (620) 227-7512
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sunporch of Dodge City at a glance
Sunporch of Dodge City is a 45-bed non-profit nursing home in Dodge City, Kansas (Ford County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 27, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 63.9% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 45
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ford County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175207
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.48 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.10 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.9% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 42% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 11 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 11 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 72 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 45 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 38 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.2% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 32.7% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.7% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 6.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.7% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.1% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.9% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.5% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.3% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.2% | 22.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.2% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 53.7% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 25% | 76.1% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 Complaint | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| January 27, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2025 |
| February 23, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2023 |
| February 23, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2023 |
| February 23, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2023 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 9, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 6, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2021 |
| June 8, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| KANSAS SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2017 |
| FIELDS, TOSHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2025 |
| GRACE, RYAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| GRACE TEAM LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/07/2025 |
| HUEBERT, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| KANSAS SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SCHOWENGERDT, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ALLEN, DEBBIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| LAMPE, KURT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| PINKERTON, JULIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| SPRINGER, KARLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FIELDS, TOSHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2022 |
| GRACE, RYAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| HUEBERT, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| FIELDS, TOSHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/19/2022 |
| GRACE, RYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| GRACE TEAM LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| HUEBERT, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| KANSAS SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SCHOWENGERDT, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunporch of Dodge City's rating?
Sunporch of Dodge City has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sunporch of Dodge City receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunporch of Dodge City accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sunporch of Dodge City?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunporch of Dodge City and how do I contact it?
Sunporch of Dodge City is at 501 W Beeson Road, Dodge City, KS 67801. Phone: (620) 227-7512.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.