nursing home in Cimarron, KS
The Shepherd's Center
101 Cedar Ridge Drive, Cimarron, KS 67835 · (620) 855-3498
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Shepherd's Center at a glance
The Shepherd's Center is a 28-bed non-profit nursing home in Cimarron, Kansas (Gray County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 17, 2025) found 13 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,627.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.1% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 28
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 13, 2024
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Gray County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175570
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.11 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.05 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.82 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.1% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 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) | 13 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 235.3 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,627 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 28 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 26 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.1% | 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) | 6% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.4% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.5% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.3% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.9% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 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) | 31.2% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.4% | 22.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.2% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 54.2% | 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) | 3.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 6.4% | 76.1% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 17, 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 March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 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 March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 2, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 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 December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | 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 December 10, 2025 |
| November 17, 2025 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| June 27, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected July 10, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected July 10, 2024 |
| June 27, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 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 March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 13, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 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 March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | 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 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 8, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $13,627 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2024 | Fine | $13,627 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| RINCON, TABITHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2025 |
| SCHOWENGERDT, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2016 |
| CALHOUN, DEBORA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2016 |
| COAST, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2024 |
| SCHARTZ, STEVEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2024 |
| VOGEL, GERALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2024 |
| RINCON, TABITHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2018 |
| SCHOWENGERDT, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Shepherd's Center's rating?
The Shepherd's Center has 2 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 The Shepherd's Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Shepherd's Center 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 The Shepherd's Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Shepherd's Center and how do I contact it?
The Shepherd's Center is at 101 Cedar Ridge Drive, Cimarron, KS 67835. Phone: (620) 855-3498.
About this data
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