nursing home in Leoti, KS

Wichita County Health Center Ltcu

211 East Earl Street, Leoti, KS 67861 · (620) 375-2233

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • StaffingNot rated
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Wichita County Health Center Ltcu at a glance

Wichita County Health Center Ltcu is a 4-bed government nursing home in Leoti, Kansas (Wichita County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kansas average of 3.1.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 3, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Government - County
Beds
4
Certified for
Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
August 1, 1974
Resident/family council
Both
County
Wichita County
CMS Certification Number
17E011

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.2 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 53.8 / 5Better

Inspections

This facility6Kansas average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)699Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)5583.480.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Kansas average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$20,430$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds461107
Average residents per day55186
Occupancy100%82.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%Kansas average4.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Kansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0%4.3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)0%4.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)34.8%18.1%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)4.2%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)13%17.9%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)3.7%16.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)12.5%4.9%5.2%Worse
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)16.7%23.2%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)0%22.6%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%92.1%93.6%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 3, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2025
June 3, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2025
June 3, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2025
June 3, 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 June 24, 2025
June 3, 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 June 24, 2025
June 3, 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 June 24, 2025
June 3, 2025
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 24, 2025
June 3, 2025
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 24, 2025
June 3, 2025
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
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 24, 2025
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
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 October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0572
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected October 12, 2023
September 20, 2023
Standard
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected October 12, 2023
July 14, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 4, 2022
July 14, 2022
Fire safety
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 4, 2022
July 14, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 4, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
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 July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 26, 2022
July 14, 2022
Standard
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 26, 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.

NameRoleShareSince

ownership data not available

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    ★★★★★2Below average
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Frequently asked questions

What is Wichita County Health Center Ltcu's rating?

Wichita County Health Center Ltcu has 4 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 Wichita County Health Center Ltcu receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Wichita County Health Center Ltcu accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Wichita County Health Center Ltcu?

It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Wichita County Health Center Ltcu and how do I contact it?

Wichita County Health Center Ltcu is at 211 East Earl Street, Leoti, KS 67861. Phone: (620) 375-2233.

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.