nursing home in Goessel, KS
Bethesda Home
408 E Main, Goessel, KS 67053 · (620) 367-2291
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bethesda Home at a glance
Bethesda Home is a 57-bed non-profit nursing home in Goessel, Kansas (Marion County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.8 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 (March 12, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Kansas average is 9.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.6% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 57
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1997
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Marion County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175403
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 3.85 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.67 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.25 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.6% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 42% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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 | 57 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 35 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 60.5% | 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) | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.3% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.8% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.8% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.7% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 15.2% | 22.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.2% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.3% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Average |
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 flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84% | 73.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.1% | 76.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 28 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0771 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 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 April 22, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| June 7, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 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 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| June 7, 2023 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 27, 2023 |
| December 14, 2021 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 January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 11, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
| December 14, 2021 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIEBERT, SARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| BANMAN, DARLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| BRUBAKER, KARL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2010 |
| BULLER, LINDSEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| DUERKSEN, LYNETTE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| NAFZIGER, BRENDON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| NICKEL, DENISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| PETERS, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| REGIER, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SCHMIDT, EILEEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2012 |
| STUCKY, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2020 |
| UNRUH, ELAINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2020 |
| HIEBERT, SARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
| BANMAN, DARLA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2018 |
| BRUBAKER, KARL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| BULLER, LINDSEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| DUERKSEN, LYNETTE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| NAFZIGER, BRENDON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| NICKEL, DENISE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| PETERS, NICHOLAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| REGIER, STEPHANIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| SCHMIDT, EILEEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| STUCKY, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2020 |
| UNRUH, ELAINE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2020 |
| HIEBERT, SARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2017 |
| VALDOIS, CHRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2017 |
| HEIDEBRECHT, MARCI Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2017 |
| VALDOIS, CHRISTINA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/13/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bethesda Home's rating?
Bethesda Home has 5 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 Bethesda Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Bethesda Home 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 Bethesda Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bethesda Home and how do I contact it?
Bethesda Home is at 408 E Main, Goessel, KS 67053. Phone: (620) 367-2291.
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.